CNN Inside Politics

As today's show begins we head straight to the White House, where Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is addressing reporters in the briefing room for the first time since Saturday's military operation in Venezuela.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The White House says the Venezuela strike is just the beginning. Who should be on watch? Neighboring countries are trying to game out what the United States might do next, as is Greenland. As for the president's mindset right now, the Commander in Chief spent the morning with House Republicans, reveling in America's military might.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ellie Honig, a former federal prosecutor and CNN legal analyst, alongside David Sanger, a national security reporter for The New York Times, in a gripping discussion on the stunning arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. They explore the legal ramifications of Operation Absolute Resolve and debate U.S. intentions amid geopolitical tensions. Cedric Layton, a retired Air Force colonel, analyzes military strategies and tactics. Former envoy Elliot Abrams warns against U.S. governance in Venezuela while advocating for democratic support.

Elena and Tolu, both CNN reporters with deep insights into political dynamics, join technology journalist Kara Swisher for a lively discussion. They analyze Trump's candid revelations about his health, including unique aspirin habits and his aversion to exercise. The panel debates the implications of Trump's age on his fitness for office. Swisher dives into pressing tech issues, advocating for regulations on AI and online safety for children, and assesses the evolving landscape of tech influence in politics.

In what could be a significant escalation in the US pressure campaign against Venezuela, sources tell CNN the CIA carried out a drone strike on a port facility on the Venezuelan coast. It's the first known US attack inside the country.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump just wrapped up a call with Russia's Vladimir Putin just hours after a face to face with the Ukrainian president. But did any of the sticking points get resolved?   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this engaging discussion, political experts Harry Enten, Jeff Zeleny, Tamara Keith, Mario Parker, and Debbie Sazlow dive into crucial insights on the current political landscape. Enten analyzes polling trends and public approval shifts. Zeleny, Keith, and Parker dissect the GOP's frustrations and legislative hurdles. Meanwhile, Sazlow unveils secrets behind viral campaign strategies. The conversation wraps up with a look at what's next for Democrats and the shifting dynamics of voter demographics, ensuring a thought-provoking dialogue.

Kylie, a CNN reporter, dives into the anticipated meeting between Ukrainian President Zelensky and Trump, exploring the possible paths to peace in Ukraine. Annie, a political reporter, discusses the congressional reactions to the administration's foreign policy and the internal GOP conflicts over Trump’s international agenda. The panel dissects the public perception of Trump's peacemaker image versus the political realities, culminating in a conversation about declining trust in institutions and the impacts of transparency.

As the Trump Administration scrambles to manage the fallout from recently released Epstein documents, the atmosphere remains charged. Reports indicate that more document disclosures are on the horizon, raising tensions further. Polling reveals widespread public distrust in leadership, highlighting economic concerns that feed voter dissatisfaction. The discussion shifts to the emerging 2028 presidential landscape, weighing the future of Trumpism against potential challengers. Insights on rising figures like Gavin Newsom and the dynamics within Republican factions add depth to the political analysis.

As today's show begins, CNN reporters are combing through more than 30,000 new Epstein documents released overnight by the Justice Department. Unlike the first tranche of files released last week that featured heavy redactions and few mentions of President Trump, this time we're seeing his name again and again. So what have we learned? The big headline so far, according to a 2020 email from a federal prosecutor in New York, is that Trump traveled on Epstein's private jet at least eight times, once with just Epstein and a 20-year-old.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices