CNN Politics

CNN Podcasts
undefined
Jun 28, 2024 • 41min

CNN Inside Politics: SCOTUS Decision Threatens Jan 6 Charges, Convictions

The Supreme Court just ruled that the DOJ overstepped by charging hundreds of people who rioted at the Capitol on January 6 with obstruction. The ideologically mixed 6-3 ruling could force federal prosecutors to reconsider charges in dozens of pending cases, and may have an impact on the case against Donald Trump. Aso on today's show: Joe Biden's disastrous performance in last night's debate has triggered a five-alarm fire inside the Democratic party.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Jun 28, 2024 • 17min

One Thing: Some Dems Hit the Panic Button After Biden's Very Bad Night

In the first debate matchup between President Biden and former President Donald Trump, Biden turned in a lackluster performance that has some Democrats wondering if concerns about his age might be valid. In this special episode of One Thing, we break down the moments that mattered from the CNN presidential debate and look at where both campaigns go from here.Guest: Kristen Holmes, CNN Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Jun 27, 2024 • 40min

CNN Inside Politics: SCOTUS Justices Tackle Abortion Issue ... or Did They?

Abortion will certainly be a key issue in tonight's CNN debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. And just hours before the two meet at CNN's world headquarters in Atlanta, the Supreme Court issued a ruling that, for now, allows emergency abortions in Idaho when the mother's health is at risk. At first glance, it's a big win for abortion rights forces fighting against states' efforts to further restrict abortion access. But they did not settle the big legal question at issue: whether federal guarantees for emergency medical care supersede Idaho's effort to impose an almost total abortion ban.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Jun 26, 2024 • 25min

CNN One Thing: Backstage Before the CNN Presidential Debate

On Thursday, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will debate each other live on CNN, the earliest general election debate in US history. The debate is being held at a CNN studio in the key swing state of Georgia, which helped deliver the presidency to Biden in 2020. In this episode, we go inside the debate studio to preview the event and hear from Atlanta-area voters about what they want to hear from the candidates (if they'll even be watching). Guest: David Chalian, CNN Political Director Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Jun 26, 2024 • 41min

CNN Inside Politics: Great Debate Expectations

First: With CNN's historic presidential debate just 33 hours away, we share new insights from the Biden and Trump teams, and reveal a behind-the-scenes look inside the debate hall. Plus: A Supreme decision on free speech, as the highest court in the land rejects a Republican lawsuit challenging the Biden administration's efforts to combat misinformation on social media. And: One of the most aggressive Democrats in Congress is out of a job. What does that mean for the future of the "squad" and for Democrats on the ballot in November.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Jun 25, 2024 • 41min

CNN Inside Politics: The Final Countdown

First: We're just two days away from Joe Biden and Donald Trump going face-to-face on the CNN debate stage. We will bring you new reporting on how the candidates are preparing for the momentous event that could define the entire race. Plus: In the most expensive House primary ever, voters are choosing today between liberal Congressman Jamaal Bowman and his more moderate opponent. And: The supreme weight the court is nearly a dozen pieces left and just a few days left until the term ends on them, isn't opinion that impacts now just donald trump. But every present that will ever sit in The oval office   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Jun 24, 2024 • 41min

CNN Inside Politics: Biden Plays Abortion Card

First: Marking two years since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, Joe Biden says Donald Trump is responsible and warns he'll go even further if he's back in the Oval Office. Plus: Tough and nasty or nice and calm? The former president is testing out those debate strategies and asking supporters to weigh in, while his successor spent the week behind closed doors with top advisers preparing for the biggest night of the campaign. And: Debate nights are all about the moments that can propel or to torpedo a campaign. Manu discusses with former top aides to both candidates.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Jun 24, 2024 • 35min

All Over the Map: The Key to Pennsylvania? Nikki Haley Voters

More than 158,000 Republicans cast Pennsylvania primary votes for Nikki Haley nearly two months after she quit the race for president. That’s enough votes to swing a state critical to victory in November – and Haley had similar showings in other battlegrounds. So, how do these critical swing voters choose between Joe Biden and Donald Trump – two candidates they do not like? In the first installment of a three-part series, CNN Chief National Correspondent John King travels to Pennsylvania to hear Haley voters share their doubts about Biden, Trump, and the future of the Republican Party.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Jun 24, 2024 • 41min

CNN Inside Politics: How will New Debate Rules Transform Zingers and Memes

First: Crunch time. Biden zeroes in, while Trump hits the trail with just four days left.Plus: Great expectations. Two pollsters break down the candidates' targets. We have new reporting on a key vulnerability for Biden. And: Rough draft. Could Congress expand conscription to women?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Jun 24, 2024 • 44min

State of The Union: Interviews with Republican Gov. Doug Burgum; Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul; David Axelrod and former Gov. Scott Walker

On CNN’s State of the Union, potential Trump VP pick North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum sits down with guest anchor Kaitlan Collins to preview the upcoming CNN debate, as well as Trump’s search for a running mate. Kaitlan also presses Burgum for repeatedly claiming that the US is a “dictatorship” under President Biden. Next, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul joins Kaitlan to discuss her advice for President Biden ahead of the debate, as well as controversial comments by a top progressive in the House who’s locked in a tight re-election fight. Then, former Obama adviser David Axelrod and former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker join Kaitlan to break down what they think the candidates should do in the debate. Finally, David Urban, Jamal Simmons, Bakari Sellers, and Alyssa Farah Griffin join Kaitlan to preview the debate and break down the different strategies Trump and Biden might take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app