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State of the Union

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Hosted by CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, State of the Union features interviews with top newsmakers on politics and policy—covering Washington, the country, and the world.

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash presses House Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jim Jordan over President Trump pressure on the Justice Department to go after his political opponents. They also discuss ICE’s aggressive tactics and Trump firing... more

On CNN’s State of the Union, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker joins Jake Tapper to respond to the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Chicago and plans to deploy National Guard troops there against his will. Then, top Trump economic adviser Kevi... more

On CNN’s State of the Union, House Speaker Mike Johnson joins Jake to discuss the looming government shutdown and what will be on the table when Trump hosts Democratic leaders at the White House. Jake also presses Johnson over the Comey indictment an... more

On CNN's State of the Union, Dana Bash presses Chuck Schumer on whether Democrats will shut down the government. John Fetterman responds to Schumer and discusses whether Democrats can win back the Senate in 2026. Senator Markwayne Mullin responds to ... more

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Recent Guests

Jake Sullivan
Former National Security Adviser to President Biden
Episode: Interviews with Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jim Jordan; Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly; Former National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan
Cindy McCain
Executive Director of the World Food Programme and widow of Senator John McCain
World Food Programme
Episode: Interviews with White House Senior Director for Counterterrorism Sebastian Gorka; Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar; Ambassador Cindy McCain
Ilhan Omar
Minnesota Congresswoman representing the district where the shooting happened
United States Congress
Episode: Interviews with White House Senior Director for Counterterrorism Sebastian Gorka; Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar; Ambassador Cindy McCain
Matthew Whitaker
US Ambassador to NATO
NATO
Episode: CNN Goes on the Road with Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders; Interview with US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker
Bernie Sanders
US Senator and a progressive voice in the Democratic Party
Episode: CNN Goes on the Road with Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders; Interview with US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker
Bill Beach
Former Commissioner of Labor Statistics
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Episode: EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin; Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and Former BLS Commissioner William Beach
Lee Zeldin
EPA Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Episode: EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin; Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and Former BLS Commissioner William Beach
Jared Polis
Governor of Colorado
State of Colorado
Episode: EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin; Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and Former BLS Commissioner William Beach
Tom Homan
White House Border Czar
Trump Administration
Episode: White House Border Czar Tom Homan, California Sen. Alex Padilla and Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales

Hosts

Jake Tapper
Host and political commentator known for incisive interviews and critical political analysis.
Dana Bash
Co-host and political correspondent recognized for her focus on governance and electoral issues.

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Love when the Sunday show posts Tuesday! Super useful to listen to stuff from 2 days ago. This used to post on, ya know, Sunday😅 like the other "Sunday" shows. Get it together, CNN.

    Podcast Addict
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    ProfessorChaos
    10 months ago
  • Tapper having a bash

    These 2 are elitist trash

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Numidia124
    United States10 months ago
  • Dana!

    Every time I see Dana I wonder if she’s wearing a mask to cover a lizard face, anyway keep up the propaganda!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Amazing Aquaman
    Canadaa year ago
  • Hi Dana

    hello dana:

    bernie sanders described aptly how i feel about the middle east. there is no room for antisemitism or any other violent rhetoric. Bernie makes this clear.

    So far as Trump and Maga folks are concerned they use the situation as a political lever….. like Trump most of them don’t even know who Fredrick Douglas is, let alone Rabbi Leo Baeck

    i’m sure they’d say the same of progressives such as myself or bernie. A sort of ideological circular debate.

    Trump represents the Spirt of o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jeff from boulder
    United Statesa year ago
  • Necessary interruptions

    The reviewer has prerogative to obtain answered to questions asked. Reviewees shouldn’t be allowed to use the airtime to promote their personal stories and stray from the topic of the interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nyepan
    Japan2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Engaging interviews with clear and insightful questions.
Listeners appreciate the thorough coverage of complex political issues and current events.
Some critiques regarding the perceived bias of hosts leaning too far left or right.

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Talking Points

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Interviews with Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jim Jordan; Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly; Former National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan
Q: What do you think about President Trump's role in the recent peace agreement compared to when President Biden was in office?
Sullivan points out that the circumstances on the ground changed significantly, affecting the prospects for peace.
Interviews with Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jim Jordan; Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly; Former National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan
Q: So my question is, given the fact that the president has been so public about his desire for the prosecution of these people who he says are his political enemies, how is that just following the law inside the Justice Department?
Jordan argues that the president is allowed to express his views and that the Justice Department is still doing its job by applying the law correctly.
Interviews with Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jim Jordan; Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly; Former National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan
Q: How is that just following the law inside the Justice Department?
The chairman insists that the Justice Department is applying the facts to the law, regardless of political implications.
Interviews with Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker; National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett; Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego; Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell and Republican Congressman Buddy Carter
Q: Are you closer to any actual deal that might end the shutdown?
Gallego indicates that while there are ongoing talks, no progress has been made yet.
Interviews with Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker; National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett; Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego; Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell and Republican Congressman Buddy Carter
Q: Are these layoffs definitely happening?
Hassett indicates that layoffs could happen if negotiations fail, but remains hopeful that a clean resolution can be achieved.

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What is State of the Union about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A prominent source of insight into contemporary political issues, characterized by engaging interviews with influential figures from various sectors. The discussion ranges from pressing domestic policies, immigration enforcement, to global geopolitical dynamics, often incorporating a critical examination of governmental strategies and societal impacts. Noteworthy is the podcast's focus on holding public officials accountable, combining expert commentary with a range of perspectives that aim to foster a deeper understanding of the complexities of current events. The format encourages thought-provoking dialogue on both national and international stages, making it appealing to those interested in informed political discourse and public affairs... more

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Recent guests on State of the Union include:

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2. Cindy McCain
3. Ilhan Omar
4. Matthew Whitaker
5. Bernie Sanders
6. Bill Beach
7. Lee Zeldin
8. Jared Polis

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