The Lead with Jake Tapper

JD Vance, picked as Trump's VP, shifts view on Trump, security concerns post assassination scare, Nikki Haley's influence, Vance's evolution in GOP, abortion rights debate, Democrats discomfort, Biden's challenges with black voters, Senator Menendez's corruption trial, Trump's false vaccine claims

Ohio Senator JD Vance is Trump's VP pick with potential for a VP debate against Harris. The podcast explores Vance's impact on the election, his changing stances, and the implications of his nomination for the Republican Party and swing states.

The brand new UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer discusses NATO's future, thoughts on the US election, and more. Talks about Democratic funds freezing up, Biden's challenges, differences in opinions within the party, UK-US ties, House of Lords reform, leadership, and more.

House Democrat joins to discuss growing concerns over Biden's leadership, while White House Advisor John Kirby talks about what Biden can achieve on the world stage. Concerns raised about Biden stepping aside and internal dynamics of his campaign are explored.

George Clooney discusses concerns around Joe Biden's nomination for 2024, sparking calls for him to step aside. GOP selects 2020 electors as delegates. Topics also include tragic crossbow murder, weight loss drug risks, and Biden's cognitive health scrutiny.

Democratic lawmakers are divided over supporting Joe Biden's presidential bid, with concerns over his electability, performance, and age. Biden's health worries and internal debates within the Democratic Party are discussed, along with efforts to hide signs of aging. Trump's return to the campaign scene with a watered-down platform, Rudy Giuliani's financial troubles, and weight loss drug studies are also covered.

A shouting match erupted inside the White House briefing room today as the press secretary faced blistering questions over President Biden’s health. This as Biden hits back at critics in a letter to congressional Democrats. Plus, from the Texas coast to major cities, Hurricane Beryl roars ashore and now millions are without power.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden rallies supporters in a key battleground state promising he is in this race for the long haul. Is that enough to calm the growing number of Democrats who want Biden off the ticket? Plus, a conservative plan lays out sweeping plans for a second Trump term. But, Trump now says he doesn’t even like some of it. What’s going on?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As concerns over Biden’s reelection bid grow, Biden told Democratic governors during a meeting at the White House on Wednesday that part of his plan going forward is to stop scheduling events after 8 p.m. so that he can get more sleep, according to several sources. Plus, we take you inside the elections in England, including who looks to be the next UK prime minister.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden speaks at an event at the White House as numerous Democrats officials are expressing panic and many are starting saying out loud that if Biden stays on the ticket, the ticket will lose and bring many Democrats down with it. This as Biden says he is “absolutely not” considering stepping down.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices