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CNN's Political Director David Chalian lives, breathes, and sleeps politics, so who better to help make sense of the ever-shifting political landscape? Join David and his colleagues as they ask tough questions, provide insight and analysis, and help you separate the political signal from the noise.

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Farewell

February 22nd, 2024

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Introducing Politically Sound

August 21st, 2020

28:08

Kamala Harris made history this week as the first woman of color to join a major party presidential ticket just as the nation commemorates the 100th …

Introducing the CNN Political Briefing

August 19th, 2020

8:03

A night of powerful women and big names are set to speak at the DNC, including Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton, and Barack Obama. Join CNN Political …

Trump Tries Birther Lies Again

August 14th, 2020

6:45

President Trump is trying to use the same attack he used on Obama against Kamala Harris: Questioning where she was born and claiming that she may not …

Unbossed: Shirley Chisholm for President

August 14th, 2020

6:12

In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, which granted women the right to vote, we are sharing the stories of women who broke …

Vote By Mail Funding Held Hostage

August 13th, 2020

8:18

New comments in President Trump’s ongoing war with mail-in voting fuels allegations that he is trying to manipulate the postal system for political …

Inside the Kamala Harris VP Pick

August 12th, 2020

8:51

Why did Biden pick Kamala Harris? Why is she a historic pick? What role will she play during the campaign? CNN Political Director, David Chalian …

Biden's Choice: Kamala Harris

August 11th, 2020

8:46

The wait is over! Biden picks Kamala Harris as his running mate, the first black woman ever to be chosen for that role. CNN Political Director David …

Executive Orders That Don’t Add Up

August 10th, 2020

8:26

President Trump signs four executive orders for COVID economic relief, attempting to bypass Congress after he doesn’t get a deal. CNN Political …

Biden Makes Racial Comment Misstep, Again

August 7th, 2020

7:58

Joe Biden walks back, yet again, controversial remarks about African-Americans. Plus, CNN Political Director David Chalian, discusses a contender …

Truth to Power

August 7th, 2020

6:19

In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, which granted women the right to vote, we are sharing the stories of women who broke …

The Debate Over Debates

August 6th, 2020

7:58

The Trump campaign calls for a fourth, earlier, presidential debate, citing an increase in early voting. CNN Political Director David Chalian, breaks …

The DNC Goes Virtual

August 5th, 2020

8:13

Joe Biden’s campaign pulls the plug on the Milwaukee Convention as the DNC goes entirely virtual. CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses the …

"It Is What It Is"

August 4th, 2020

8:33

For nearly 40 minutes, President Trump sits down with Axios reporter Jonathan Swan for an interview that reveals Trump's inability to fully grasp the …

Trump’s New Ad Blitz

August 3rd, 2020

7:34

The Trump campaign's new strategy to take on Joe Biden is the same as there old strategy: Painting him as a radical left puppet. CNN Political …

"Worlds Apart With No Deal In Sight"

July 31st, 2020

7:04

The extra $600 a month in federal unemployment benefits authorized by Congress expire at midnight, and a deal is nowhere in sight. CNN Political …

No, Election Day Isn't Moving

July 30th, 2020

7:34

President Trump tweets about delaying the election, something he doesn't have the power to do. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down how …

There’s Always Something With Russia and Trump

July 29th, 2020

7:27

President Trump refuses to press Putin about Russia’s alleged involvement in bounties placed on service member’s heads, even during their most recent …

Trump's COVID Message Flip Flops

July 28th, 2020

7:03

President Trump's new "tone" regarding his pandemic efforts didn't last very long and ended with a spate of retweets meant to undermine Dr. Fauci. …

Biden Leads Polls 99 Days to Election

July 27th, 2020

7:41

In the latest polls from battleground states, President Trump is losing to Biden in every match-up. With only 99 days to election day, CNN Political …

Bye Bye, Florida Convention

July 24th, 2020

7:48

Despite President Trump's best efforts, his dream of a crowd filled convention is no more. CNN's Senior Political Reporter Nia-Malika breaks down his …

Trump And Biden Play The Race Card

July 23rd, 2020

9:16

Biden and Trump are determined to paint each other as poor on race relations. If the last couple of days have been anything to go by, the lead up to …

The GOP's Unity Problem

July 22nd, 2020

6:31

After weeks of no pandemic task-force briefings, last night President Trump gave a somewhat measured response to America's current state, admitting it will get worse before it gets better. But Republican's have other …

Send In The Feds

July 21st, 2020

6:25

Following Portland, President Trump now threatens to send federal agents to other major cities to control ongoing protests. CNN Senior Political …

The Passing of A Civil Rights Icon

July 20th, 2020

6:17

After a long battle with cancer, civil rights leader Rep. John Lewis passed away over the weekend. His legacy is remembered by many, and the nominee …

Georgia's Governor and Atlanta's Mayor Square Off

July 17th, 2020

6:53

Georgia's Governor Brian Kemp has sued Atlanta's Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms over a proposal meant to keep citizens safe from the coronavirus. CNN's …

A Campaign Shakeup Isn't Going to Cut It

July 16th, 2020

7:32

President Trump removes his campaign manager in an attempt to save his flagging presidential bid. But as CNN Political Director David Chalian …

Reading the Presidential Travel Tea Leaves

July 15th, 2020

7:15

As a new poll shows Joe Biden with a big lead in the crucial state of Pennsylvania, President Trump has been traveling to states he easily won in …

Trump Can't Run From His Biggest Problem

July 14th, 2020

7:20

President Trump keeps moving from challenge to challenge, from the flailing economy, to getting children back to school. But, as CNN Political …

Trump Shifts Blame to Scientists

July 13th, 2020

6:40

As coronavirus cases continue to rise rapidly in America, President Trump and his allies attack the nation's top scientists: Dr. Fauci and the …

How Good Are Trump's 2020 Odds?

July 13th, 2020

6:48

Coronavirus has dominated much of the year so far, so it makes sense that the 2020 referendum on Trump isn't going to be about how well the economy is doing; at least not entirely. Join CNN Senior Writer and Analyst …

A Troubling Number for Trump

July 10th, 2020

6:27

A new poll finds that two thirds of American disapprove of President Trump's handling of the coronavirus pandemic. Does that number show that the …

John Lewis' Voting Rights Fight is Far From Over

July 10th, 2020

7:37

John Lewis has led the fight for voting rights for decades, from Selma to the halls of Congress. But that fight is far from over- and voting rights are facing a new threat in the form of a dangerous pandemic. Join CNN …

Trump and Fauci Clash Over Wishful Thinking

July 9th, 2020

7:16

President Trump seems increasingly at odds with Dr. Fauci over his perilously optimistic attitude over America's fraught handling of coronavirus. CNN …

Tucker Carlson is Doing Trump's Dirty Work

July 8th, 2020

6:40

One of the President's biggest media allies, Fox News' Tucker Carlson is attacking the patriotism of a leading Biden VP candidate, Illinois Senator …

New Trump Book: Family Secrets and Psychoanalysis

July 7th, 2020

6:41

In a new book, President Trump's niece, a clinical psychologist, delves into the President's family history and makes devastating claims about his …

Trump's Fourth of July Message: Dividing America

July 6th, 2020

7:10

On the weekend the Fourth of July, a moment meant to signify country unity, President Trump continues to deliver divisive speeches aimed at his base. …

The Economy is on the Rise, and So Are Coronavirus Cases

July 2nd, 2020

7:59

As the economy takes a step towards recovery, President Trump takes a victory lap. But new coronavirus cases are also surging to record setting …

Trump's Congressional Losses

July 1st, 2020

7:49

CNN’s Political Director David Chalian breaks down how several far-right  Republicans have recently defeated candidates endorsed by President Trump …

The Politics of Wearing a Mask

June 30th, 2020

7:33

CNN’s Political Director, David Chalian, discusses the politicized debate over masks and whether President Trump will follow key members of his own …

Trump Retweets Racist Video

June 29th, 2020

8:02

CNN’s Political Director, David Chalian, discusses the impact of President Trump’s most recent retweet of a racist video in which a man chants 'white …

The Mood vs. The Map

June 25th, 2020

10:23

As President Trump travels to Wisconsin, CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the latest on the 2020 race in the key swing states that …

Biden Builds A Lead in Key Voting Groups

June 24th, 2020

8:31

CNN’s Political Director, David Chalian, breaks down the takeaways of the new NYTimes/Siena College national poll, which shows Biden with a big lead …

Today in Politics: Voting During a Pandemic

June 23rd, 2020

10:02

CNN Political Director David Chalian's thoughts on the biggest news in politics today.

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Today in Politics: What Matters and What Doesn't

June 22nd, 2020

13:39

CNN Political Director David Chalian's thoughts on the biggest news in politics today.

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Juneteenth, 99 Years of Pain, and Trump's Tulsa Rally

June 19th, 2020

19:46

Today is Juneteenth, and to cap off what might be one of the most consequential weeks of the political year President Trump gets ready for his first …

The Supreme Court Protects DREAMERs, For Now

June 18th, 2020

18:12

The Supreme Court blocks the Trump Administration's move to end the DACA program, protecting for now the nearly 700,000 undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children from deportation. Join CNN Legal Analyst …

Is Congressional Compromise on Police Reform Possible?

June 17th, 2020

20:37

Republicans release their police reform bill, but Democrats say it doesn't go far enough. Former Republican Congresswoman and CNN Political …

A Landmark LGBTQ Supreme Court Decision

June 16th, 2020

20:52

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court extended civil rights protections to LGBTQ workers. What does that mean for the country, culturally and …

Swing States, Cancelled Fairs, and Veepstakes

June 15th, 2020

20:20

President Trump is set to resume his rallies this week despite concerns over pandemic health risks. CNN Chief Washington Correspondent Jeff Zeleny …

Trump's 2020 Game Plan

June 12th, 2020

17:16

The Republican National Committee has moved their convention "celebration" to Jacksonville, FL. It will be in a 15,000 person capacity arena, and no plans for social distancing during what many experts predict will be …

Politics and COVID-19: Reopening Amid Dire Predictions

June 11th, 2020

17:43

Join CNN Political Director David Chalian and CNN Senior Medical Correspondent Elizabeth Cohen to break down the latest on Coronavirus forecasts and …

From Celebrating a Life to Building a Movement

June 10th, 2020

19:14

George Floyd's body was finally laid to rest on June 9th, after a widely attended service in Houston Texas. CNN National Correspondent Omar Jimenz covered the days of world-wide protests sparked by his death at the …

Inside Minneapolis' Push to "Dismantle" the Police

June 9th, 2020

19:40

As George Floyd is buried in Houston, the city where he died is looking to dismantle its police department. Minneapolis City Councilman Steve …

The 2020 Race is Now About Race

June 8th, 2020

19:31

A new CNN Poll shows Biden with a double digit lead over President Trump. It also shows Trump has roughly the same approval ratings that Jimmy Carter …

Marching On: Lessons from Past Protests

June 5th, 2020

17:09

The protest movement following the death of George Floyd shows no signs of stopping. What lessons can be learned from the civil rights movement and …

"Outrage on Top of Outrage"

June 4th, 2020

20:53

A national movement unlike any seen in decades has swept America following the killing of George Floyd. The rage behind that movement is a unique …

Where American Policing Goes From Here

June 3rd, 2020

14:46

Minnesota officials announce aiding and abetting charges against the three officers who watched George Floyd die and increase the charges against the officer who kneeled on his neck. CNN Law Enforcement Analyst and …

Protests, Tear Gas, and a "President of Law and Order"

June 2nd, 2020

21:08

Last night, right before calling himself  an “ally of all peaceful protesters", President Trump had the peaceful protestors outside the White House …

Unrest in America

June 1st, 2020

18:01

Protests across America over police brutality boil over and turn violent for the sixth night after the death of George Floyd. Minneapolis native and …

Prisoner's Dilemma: COVID-19 and the Legal System

May 30th, 2020

20:08

America's prisons are coronavirus hotspots and prisoners are turning to the courts for help. CNN Supreme Court Reporter Ariane De Vogue joins CNN …

Inside a CNN Reporter's Arrest in Minneapolis

May 29th, 2020

19:08

A shocking moment caught on live TV: A CNN reporter arrested on air while covering protests after an unarmed black man was killed by police. CNN's …

Wolf Blitzer Reflects on 100,000 Lives Lost

May 28th, 2020

17:36

The US has now passed the bleak milestone of 100,000 coronavirus deaths, highlighting the government's response and raising questions about whether …

Joe Biden Emerges

May 27th, 2020

21:34

Lights, Camera, Social Distancing. CNN Chief Political Correspondent Dana Bash joins CNN Correspondent Kristen Holmes to break down her one-on-one …

Traveling With POTUS During COVID-19

May 26th, 2020

18:16

With much of normal American life still shut down, President Trump traveled to Baltimore for a Memorial Day celebration. CNN Correspondent Kristen …

How Will Small Businesses Stay Afloat?

May 22nd, 2020

19:38

More than 38 million have filed for unemployment since the COVID-19 crisis began, and the Senate just left Washington without making key changes to essential economic protection programs. CNN Washington Correspondent …

Inside the President's Vote by Mail Fight

May 21st, 2020

20:49

President Trump travels to Michigan, and threatens to withhold funding from swing states looking to expand vote by mail during the pandemic. Join CNN …

"Welcome to Team Trump Online"

May 20th, 2020

19:53

It often seems like the President wants cable news to look more like a Trump rally. Well, that's exactly what the Trump campaign has been producing each night with "Team Trump Online." Join CNN Washington Correspondent …

Deception and Distraction in the White House

May 19th, 2020

19:29

President Trump announces he is taking a controversial, unproven, and potentially dangerous drug to try to prevent coronavirus. CNN Washington Correspondent Ryan Nobles is joined by CNN Fact Checker Daniel Dale and CNN …

Trump's Obama Strategy

May 18th, 2020

21:17

President Trump is trying to make the 2020 election all about his predecessor, President Obama. But is that a move that could backfire and help his …

An Insider's Guide to Picking a VP

May 15th, 2020

18:56

As former Vice President Joe Biden digs into his search for a running mate, President Trump lashes out at his predecessor, President Obama, with a …

Muted Conference Calls, Toilet Flushes, and Frodo Baggins

May 14th, 2020

20:19

Imagine working from home AND deciding the future of President Trump's tax returns...That's exactly what the Supreme Court did this week. CNN Supreme …

Sen. Murphy: Lack of CDC Guidance Will "Cost Lives"

May 13th, 2020

18:38

Senator Chris Murphy says more people will die as states reopen without CDC guidelines and that it may already be too late to prepare for a resurgence in the fall. To discuss that and more from yesterday's hearing with …

U.S. vs. China: Another Cold War?

May 13th, 2020

22:12

President Trump launches a tweet storm and cuts a press conference short as his rhetoric on China escalates. Today on the Daily DC, CNN Senior …

The COVID-19 Economic Crisis Deepens

May 11th, 2020

17:28

The official US unemployment rate reached 14.7 percent, the highest number since tracking the statistic began in 1948. CNN Senior Political Reporter …

Senator and Mom: A Quarantine Balancing Act

May 8th, 2020

16:57
This Sunday is Mother's Day, and two years ago, Senator Tammy Duckworth made history as the first Senator to give birth as a sitting Senator. Amidst, a pandemic and with two young children at home, she sits down with …

"We're Not As Prepared As We Should Have Been"

May 7th, 2020

21:28
President Trump backed off saying he would disband the White House Task force... but one GOP Senator thinks he should. Tennessee Senator Lamar …

Obama official: Pandemic Wasn't Unforseen

May 6th, 2020

21:27
President Trump says the Obama Administration didn't prepare his team for coronavirus. But CNN National Security Analyst and former Obama Homeland …

Two Mayors and Longtime Friends Take On COVID-19

May 5th, 2020

20:38
The Mayors of Oklahoma's two biggest cities are coordinating their responses to coronavirus -they're also lifelong friends. CNN Chief Political …

Christie Pushes Reopening: "There Are Going To Be Deaths No Matter What"

May 4th, 2020

31:59
With projected death tolls climbing, CNN Chief Political Correspondent Dana Bash talks one-on-one with former New Jersey Governor and presidential …

Biden Responds to Sexual Assault Allegation

May 1st, 2020

20:36
Joe Biden today for the first time personally addressed allegations that he sexually assaulted a former aide 27 years ago, saying "This never …

COVID-19 and the Future of Voting

April 30th, 2020

15:47
The clock is ticking to figure out how Americans can safely cast their ballots in November. Join CNN Political Director David Chalian and the …

Checking on the 2020 Race from the "Virtual Trail"

April 29th, 2020

17:40
The Trump and Biden campaigns are facing a new reality: the 2020 election is all about coronavirus. How will President Trump try to contrast himself with Biden? How will Biden handle picking a running mate amid the …

What the Senate Will Look Like During COVID-19

April 28th, 2020

17:45
The Senate is back in session next week, despite COVID-19 health risks. CNN Political Director David Chalian is joined by Louisiana Republican …

Fact Checking Trump's COVID-19 Statements

April 27th, 2020

15:13
President Trump said last week that maybe ultraviolet light and disinfectant can kill the virus inside the body, but now claims he was being …

"There's No Way To Cut Someone's Hair from 6ft Away"

April 24th, 2020

17:20
Some businesses are re-opening in Georgia today, after Governor Brian Kemp's controversial order relaxing restrictions goes into effect. CNN …

Voices of the Unemployment Crisis

April 23rd, 2020

17:02
The numbers are staggering: 4.4 million new unemployment claims filed in the last week and more than 26 million since the COVID-19 crisis began. CNN …

Coronavirus Shutdowns Won't Fix the Climate Crisis

April 22nd, 2020

16:12
It's Earth Day, and 50 years after the first climate protests, pollution across the world is down as economies remain shuttered. But what does that …

COVID-19 and Communities of Color

April 21st, 2020

20:20
Across the country, Covid-19 has hit communities of color particularly hard. CNN Political Director David Chalian is joined by CNN Political …

Trump Demands "Liberation" During Lockdown

April 20th, 2020

18:25
In the last few days, President Trump has called for governors to 'liberate' the states of Michigan, Minnesota and Virginia even as the coronavirus …

The Governor vs. the Protestors

April 17th, 2020

20:09
Horns blare as protestors in cars calling for an end to stay-at-home orders encircle the Michigan capital, as the Governor calls healthcare workers inside. CNN Chief Washington Corresponsedent Jeff Zeleny joins CNN …

Questioning China's COVID-19 Response

April 16th, 2020

19:25
China's response to coronavirus is under the microscope. CNN National Security Analyst Sam Vinograd joins CNN Political Director David Chalian to …

Will We Have to Change the Way We Live?

April 15th, 2020

16:58
Over 24 hours, President Trump does a complete reversal on his authority to order states to re-open and the Governor of California lays out what life …

"Be Ready For Whatever He Throws At You"

April 14th, 2020

16:39
Last night, President Trump's pent-up frustrations were unleashed in a remarkable White House Briefing. CNN White House Reporter Kaitlan Collins …

How Will Voting Work in November?

April 13th, 2020

19:46
The coronavirus crisis has made a long simmering partisan fight over access to voting front and center, with everyone from President Trump to the Obamas weighing in. Join CNN Senior Writer and Analyst Harry Enten and …

"Assumptions Based on Assumptions"

April 10th, 2020

19:07
Some models say that coronavirus deaths will peak this weekend, other models disagree. How do policy makers know what guidance to follow? Join CNN …

Does Coronavirus Magnify our Political Divisions?

April 9th, 2020

18:38
Coronavirus doesn't discriminate when it comes to political affiliation but we are seeing a different response to the pandemic in blue cities versus …

Bernie Sanders "Rips the Band-Aid Off"

April 8th, 2020

16:59
Senator Bernie Sanders has suspended his campaign for President. Join CNN Political Director David Chalian as he breaks down the effective conclusion …

"This Seems Nuts to Me Right Now"

April 7th, 2020

19:34
Despite the threat of coronavirus, Wisconsin voters went to the polls today to exercise their civic duties. CNN Political Director David Chalian …

Facts First on Covid-19

April 6th, 2020

15:47
Facts matter, especially in times of crisis. Join CNN Political Director David Chalian and CNN reporter Daniel Dale as they fact check the many …

David Chalian Answers Listener Questions

April 3rd, 2020

17:28
In a special mailbag episode, CNN Political Director David Chalian answers listener questions about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on …

"This is Not a Hypothetical Issue"

April 2nd, 2020

16:38
After the immediate coronavirus public health emergency subsides, the medical and legal ramifications of the pandemic will likely linger for a …

New Orleans' "Brace for Impact"

April 1st, 2020

22:08
With New Orleans facing a rapidly rising death toll from coronavirus, CNN Political Director David Chalian and Former New Orleans Mayor Mitch …

The "Mind Blowing" Economic Consequences of COVID-19

April 1st, 2020

18:48
The first of April is tomorrow, and people across the country won't be able to pay their bills. How will the actions that government and cooperations taken so far help those experiencing the very real economic effects …

The "Mind Blowing" Economic Consequences of COVID-19

March 31st, 2020

18:48
Many people across the country are just beginning to feel the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic on their lives as the calendar turns to April 1 and many monthly bills are due to be paid. Unemployment is …

How Long Will Social Distancing Last?

March 30th, 2020

18:09
As the number of cases continues to rise, and the death toll mounts, President Trump extends his social distancing guidelines by one month. But just …

Governing in Crisis

March 27th, 2020

23:37
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to spread across the country, governors are fighting for the welfare of their constituents. Find out what that …

Covid-19's Effect on National Security

March 26th, 2020

17:18
As the coronavirus crisis worsens in the US, CNN Political Director David Chalian and CNN Anchor and Chief National Security Correspondent Jim …

The Health Care System Hits "DEFCON 1"

March 25th, 2020

23:05
Join CNN Political Director David Chalian and CNN Contributors Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and Wajahat Ali to go inside the strain the Coronavirus crisis is …

Trump Sets Easter Target To Get America Back To Work

March 24th, 2020

19:39
While the Senate inches closer to a deal on the stimulus bill, President Trump is eager to get the economy up and running is as few as 3 weeks in …

Congress' Dilemma: Spending Swiftly vs. Spending Wisely

March 23rd, 2020

20:30
Congress must pass an economic stimulus to aide the flagging economy, but Washington gamesmanship and political leverage plays aren't disappearing …

Lessons from the 1918 Flu Pandemic

March 20th, 2020

17:59
What's can history teach us about governing during a pandemic? Join CNN political director David Chalian and Senior Political Analyst John Avlon as …

Governing During Coronavirus

March 19th, 2020

19:00
Coronavirus has ground American life to a halt. But how has it affected the way Washington works? Join CNN Political Director David Chalian, CNN …

The New Normal in America

March 18th, 2020

22:57
CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses the government response to coronavirus and what lessons can be learned from past pandemics with CNN …

David Axelrod on Today's "Overlapping Crises"

March 17th, 2020

18:29
Former Obama adviser and CNN senior political commentator David Axelrod gives insight into what the White House is like in a time of crisis and his …

The Politics of the Coronavirus Economy

March 16th, 2020

20:26
Politics hits home for people across the country as the Trump administration's coronavirus response continues, the 2020 candidates make their case, …

Coronavirus: A National Emergency

March 13th, 2020

19:42
President Trump has just declared Coronavirus a NationalEmergency, and people are adjusting to this new shift in American society. Join CNN senior …

Sanders Offers Biden a Roadmap to Party Unity

March 11th, 2020

18:37
Bernie Sanders announces he will remain in the race after another poor Super Tuesday showing, but doesn't sugarcoat his chances. What does his blunt assessment of the campaign mean for uniting the Democratic Party? …

Bernie Sanders' Burden

March 10th, 2020

21:16
It's Super Tuesday II and all eyes are on the key state of Michigan as Bernie Sanders faces a tough test to prove he can broaden his coalition. Plus, a look at how coronavirus is impacting American's daily lives. CNN …

Have Democrats Learned The Lessons of 2016?

March 9th, 2020

22:00
Last time, Michigan was Bernie Sanders' salvation. This year it may be his last stand. Can he expand his coalition on Tuesday? Can Biden beat Trump without Sanders' voters? And most of all, have Democrats learned the …

Warren Bows Out

March 5th, 2020

20:37
Elizabeth Warren ends her campaign, cementing a Joe Biden versus Bernie Sanders showdown. But her potential endorsement puts her in a powerful …

They Don't Call It Super Tuesday for Nothing

March 4th, 2020

18:18
In a surprising second act to his South Carolina blowout win, Joe Biden's campaign is experiencing a much needed resurrection with his sweeping …

Happy Super Tuesday!

March 3rd, 2020

20:15
Today is Super Tuesday. 14 states and American Samoa will be voting in their democratic primary election, to determine whom they want as their Democratic nominee. With former mayor Michael Bloomberg on the ballot for …

Super Tuesday Eve

March 2nd, 2020

22:13
In the aftermath of a blowout victory for Joe Biden in South Carolina, three candidates have since dropped out: former Mayor Pete Buttigieg, …

Coronavirus: The Experts vs. The White House

February 28th, 2020

19:35
As Americans prepare to gather and vote in South Carolina and Super Tuesday states, CNN Senior Medical Correspondent Elizabeth Cohen explains how …

Biden Seeks to Stall Sanders Momentum

February 27th, 2020

23:34
In a final series of townhalls before South Carolina votes in its democratic primary, Joe Biden, Elizabeth Warren, Amy Klobuchar and Michael …

Sanders braces for attack

February 25th, 2020

18:12
Senator Bernie Sanders has the frontrunner target on his back - and his repeated comments underscoring positive programs in the Castro regime are giving his opponents ample fodder for criticism. How will Sanders handle …

Russian Meddling: The Sequel

February 21st, 2020

21:26
The Nevada caucuses are tomorrow, but it feels like the high stakes election is taking a back seat to unfolding events in Washington, D.C. Between …

Sanders emerges unscathed, Bloomberg takes pummeling

February 20th, 2020

26:52
It was a debate for the ages. Senator Elizabeth Warren led a relentless assault on Mike Bloomberg's record and character. The billionaire former …

Bloomberg takes center stage; rivals take aim

February 19th, 2020

17:08
It's the ninth debate of the 2020 cycle, but it's a unique one. For the first time, former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg takes the stage - and he'll likely take heat from his rivals. Meanwhile, Senator Bernie …

The Revolutionary v The Billionaire

February 18th, 2020

17:16
Senator Bernie Sanders has an energetic base, strong poll numbers, and now the perfect foil on the debate stage: billionaire Mike Bloomberg. The …

Key Nevada union fires a blank

February 14th, 2020

20:18
The powerful Nevada Culinary Union has decided to endorse...no one. The unusual move comes as the union works to reject Senator Bernie Sanders' …

How can Bernie Sanders expand his coalition?

February 13th, 2020

20:33
Senator Bernie Sanders has a loyal following, but can he grow his base of support? CNN Washington Correspondent Ryan Nobles reports on what he's …

Sanders rises, Warren falls

February 12th, 2020

20:58
New Hampshire felt the Bern. Senator Bernie Sanders cruised to a victory in the Granite State; Former Mayor Pete Buttigieg and Senator Amy Klobuchar also garnered significant support. But it was a different story for …

Bernie on top, Biden skips town, and Bloomberg waits in the wings

February 11th, 2020

17:01
The first votes of the 2020 presidential election are being cast in New Hampshire today. CNN senior writer Zach Wolf connects with CNN political …

In moderate lane, Biden takes aim at Buttigieg

February 10th, 2020

16:50
On the eve of the New Hampshire primary, CNN chief political correspondent Dana Bash joins CNN political director David Chalian to discuss the latest …

Dan Merica wore the wrong shoes for New Hampshire

February 7th, 2020

20:06
What a week! In the wake of a chaotic Iowa caucus the Democratic presidential contenders are fighting for their electoral lives in New Hampshire. CNN …

A campaign rally in the East Room

February 6th, 2020

17:12
President Trump is feeling vindicated...and vindictive. During a remarkable event in the White House East Room, Trump lashed out at rivals and praised steadfast supporters. Meanwhile, confusion continues to overshadow …

An acquittal, a partisan beef, and a single Senator who defied his party

February 5th, 2020

21:14
The impeachment saga is over; President Trump has been acquitted. But the intensifying acrimony between Trump and his Democratic rivals was evident at the State of the Union address. He refused to shake the hand of …

As Democrats make a mess in Iowa, Trump gloats

February 4th, 2020

17:39
It's a bad look for America. Doubt and confusion dominated the Democratic caucuses in Iowa, giving President Trump a reason to gloat. How will the chaos impact the 2020 leading contenders? Plus, on the eve of his …

GOP senator: Wrong, yes. Impeachable, no

January 31st, 2020

16:52
It's likely going to end how it began - partisan, acrimonious, and with President Donald Trump still in office. Senators Lamar Alexander and Lisa Murkowski both signaled their opposition to witnesses, all but assuring …

The one question the Chief Justice refused to ask

January 30th, 2020

15:53
The historic impeachment saga might be over by the end of the week. Republicans are confident they have the votes to block witnesses, paving the way …

Dershowitz says Trump's interest is the national interest

January 29th, 2020

16:13
Donald Trump's impeachment lawyer Alan Dershowitz made a novel and very Trumpian legal argument that the President's personal interest is the …

'Impeachment is hell,' says Trump lawyer

January 27th, 2020

14:30
He led the effort to impeach President Clinton, but now Ken Starr says 'like war, impeachment is hell.' Starr was one of several members of President Trump's legal team to speak at the Senate trial a day after the New …

Trump lawyers say Democrats want to overthrow an election

January 25th, 2020

16:01
Now it's the President's turn. After Democratic House managers wrapped up their opening argument Friday night - at one point, calling Trump a 'dictator' - President Trump's legal team took to the Senate floor. They …

Democrats underscore national security

January 24th, 2020

17:28
It's all about national security. That's the message House managers hammered home on their final day of opening arguments. Their performance has been …

Democrats use the GOP's words against them

January 23rd, 2020

16:35
The House managers are methodically building their case. Congressman Jerry Nadler took centerstage today and focused on President Trump's alleged abuse of power. He even cited commentary from President Trump defenders …

Democrats begin their case

January 22nd, 2020

18:25
President Trump is officially on trial. Lead House manager Adam Schiff began his opening argument today by emphasizing abuse of power and appealing to the Senate's 'common sense.' CNN congressional reporter Lauren Fox …

McConnell feels the heat from within GOP

January 21st, 2020

18:10
The Senate Majority Leader is famously unflappable, but Mitch McConnell yielded to pressure from moderates within the Republican party and changed …

Americans want to hear from witnesses, poll reveals

January 20th, 2020

17:30
A new CNN poll reveals that most Americans want to hear from witnesses at the Senate trial. But will Republicans be able to resist the political …

The trial rules are still in limbo

January 17th, 2020

22:30
President Trump has made some high-profile additions to his legal team - including Ken Starr, the independent counsel who oversaw the investigation …

For just the third time in history...

January 16th, 2020

23:08
It's official. For just the third time in American history, the President of the United States faces an impeachment trial in the Senate. The pomp and …

Senate trial set for next week

January 14th, 2020

16:37
Speaker Pelosi is finally ready to transmit the articles of impeachment. The House will vote on impeachment managers tomorrow, setting up a Senate trial next week. Will it overshadow the 2020 election? Will a Trump …

The President angles for a dismissal

January 13th, 2020

19:44
The impeachment drama is about to enter a new phase: the Senate trial. But the fight over what rules will govern the proceedings continues. The White …

Finally, the Senate trial is coming

January 10th, 2020

21:16
After a contentious standoff, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi finally signaled that she will transmit the articles of impeachment, which will likely trigger the Senate trial next week. What did the Democrats gain with …

Pelosi and McConnell continue high-stakes staring match

January 8th, 2020

21:13
They're both political heavyweights and neither seem prepared to budge. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi continues to hold on to the articles of …

John Bolton has something to say on impeachment

January 6th, 2020

19:29
Ambassador John Bolton shocked the world today. The former National Security Advisor, who reportedly described the Trump administration's efforts to …

Impeachment and the 2020 election

January 2nd, 2020

19:47
Two major political dramas are overlapping - the impeachment of President Trump and the 2020 presidential race. How do these two historic events …

How we got here

December 30th, 2019

22:09
President Donald Trump made history when he became just the third U.S. president to be impeached by the House of Representatives. This week, CNN …

Schumer touts 'explosive' new evidence

December 23rd, 2019

24:37
The July 25th phone call between Presidents Trump and Zelensky is one of the most scrutinized events in American history. Yet, new details about that …

What is Nancy Pelosi up to?

December 20th, 2019

19:52
Impeachment has become a waiting game, as both parties maneuver to shape the Senate trial, testing President Trump's patience. Meanwhile, candidates at the Democratic presidential debate tried to move past the effort to …

The President was impeached. Now what?

December 19th, 2019

21:41
An unpredictable president has been impeached. Now what? Leaders in both parties are fighting over the details of the Senate trial. When will it happen? Will there be witnesses? And a day after President Trump lashed …

The day President Trump was impeached

December 18th, 2019

22:44
History will remember today as the day President Trump was impeached by the House of Representatives. CNN political director David Chalian sits down …

McConnell and Schumer spar over Senate trial

December 17th, 2019

21:49
On the eve of Trump's inevitable impeachment, Senators Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer traded insults on Capitol Hill. McConnell said the Democrats …

Schumer is ready to negotiate for four witnesses

December 16th, 2019

19:00
The president is about to be impeached, yet somehow it's anticlimactic. Still, major questions remain about the inevitable Senate trial. In …

One step closer to impeachment...

December 13th, 2019

18:57
For just the fourth time in American history, a president will face articles of impeachment. But as Republicans continue to move in lockstep with …

Deflections, accusations, and muddying the water

December 12th, 2019

21:14
Another day, another step closer to impeachment as the House Judiciary Committee debated the specific charges formally cast against President Trump. Republicans tried to muddy the waters by bringing up allegations of …

Impeachment is in the eye of the beholder

December 11th, 2019

20:16
President Trump claims he's not intimidated by the charges against him, calling them "impeachment-lite." But does the narrow scope of the impeachment …

Did anyone win a day of political theater?

December 9th, 2019

18:54
In a rowdy televised hearing, Democrats laid out a detailed case against the President. They focused on four areas of misconduct including abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. Republicans aggressively pushed back …

The Democrats are facing one huge question

December 6th, 2019

20:03
Nancy Pelosi is having a moment. The Speaker of the House has deftly guided her party through the inquiry, but now her caucus faces a massive …

'Don't mess with me' about 'hate' Pelosi says after green lighting impeachment

December 5th, 2019

22:52
There's no turning back now. Speaker Nancy Pelosi instructed her House colleagues to draft articles of impeachment. What will those articles look …

The impeachment report is out

December 3rd, 2019

20:28
There's "overwhelming" evidence of President Trump's misconduct, according to the impeachment report released today by the House Intelligence Committee. While the report paints a damning portrait of the president, none …

'Presidents are not kings,' judge declares

November 26th, 2019

19:34
The courts have weighed in on the impeachment inquiry. A federal judge sided with Congressional Democrats, asserting that the White House can't block the testimony of Don McGhan. What are the other implications of the …

Are Democrats just going through the motions?

November 25th, 2019

20:19
It seems that every politician in Washington has their mind made up on impeachment. Republicans continue to support Trump. Democrats are eager to …

The public hearings are over. Did Democrats make their case?

November 22nd, 2019

21:57
Democrats have essentially rested their case to the American people that President Trump should be impeached. Will it change any minds among …

Witness warns a key GOP argument is actually Russian propaganda

November 21st, 2019

19:50
The damning testimony continues as two new witnesses - both foreign policy professionals - appeared before the House Intelligence Committee today. …

Did President Trump lie to Robert Mueller?

November 18th, 2019

19:59
It's going to be a crazy week. Key government officials - including several national security experts who listened in on the controversial July 25th …

In a political fight, the truth might be a sideshow

November 14th, 2019

21:30
Democrats think they wounded President Trump, but they've thought that before. In an era of political bubbles and fragmented media, yesterday's …

Taylor drops a bomb during historic testimony

November 13th, 2019

21:03
It's a historic day. Two career diplomats told a sordid tale of "crazy" policy decisions, a quest for "political dirt," and an overheard conversation …

What happens tomorrow will be recorded in history books

November 12th, 2019

21:37
A historic political drama is set to make its television debut. Two key witnesses are scheduled to testify in public tomorrow, marking a turning …

Democrats need to win big with open hearings

November 11th, 2019

19:09
Open hearings are about to begin, marking what may be the most important week of the Trump presidency. But what does the impeachment inquiry mean for 2020, and for Americans living outside of Washington? CNN senior …

Will this "hand grenade" inadvertently take down Trump?

November 8th, 2019

19:49
The testimony is crystal clear. Trump's Russia adviser was "shocked" by the phone call at the center of the controversy. His Ukraine expert said there was "no ambiguity" about the quid pro quo. Attention now shifts to …

The impeachment inquiry prepares for its public debut

November 6th, 2019

20:26
The impeachment inquiry is getting more transparent. Congressman Adam Schiff said the public will hear directly from key witnesses starting next week. And today, his committee released the transcript of diplomat Bill …

Explosive details emerge from Volker and Sondland transcripts

November 5th, 2019

22:41
The President's friends might wind up hurting him. In freshly released transcripts, diplomat Kurt Volker and Ambassador Gordon Sondland - a former …

Congress got stood up, but the transcripts arrived

November 4th, 2019

20:41
Key witnesses blew off their scheduled testimony today, but Democrats filled the void by releasing transcripts of their depositions with former US …

Trump moves one giant step closer to impeachment....but has a pretty good day

November 1st, 2019

21:46
Democrats can't knock Trump off his game. His support among GOP lawmakers remains rock solid. Republican voters love him. And now a key witness in …

State Dept. officials describe Giuliani's shadow diplomacy. Where was Pompeo?

October 30th, 2019

20:04
Another day, another set of revelations emerging from closed-door Congressional depositions as two active State Department officials shed light on …

Vindman was on the controversial call - now he's testifying

October 29th, 2019

21:38
Congress hasn't heard from anyone on the July 25th phone call between Presidents Trump and Zelensky - until now. Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman testifies …

Increasingly unlikely that whistleblower will be made to testify

October 25th, 2019

20:18
In the wake of two dozen Republicans disrupting the latest impeachment testimony, Sen. Lindsey Graham introduced a resolution condemning the House …

Republicans wage war on the impeachment inquiry

October 24th, 2019

20:40
Chaos has overcome the impeachment inquiry. Hours after two dozen Republicans disrupted the latest testimony, a GOP congressman vowed to continue a 'proactive' defense of the president. Will the aggressive strategy pay …

Bill Taylor emerges as the star witness of the impeachment inquiry

October 23rd, 2019

21:23
The top American diplomat in Ukraine dropped a bombshell in Congress yesterday. Bill Taylor's revelatory testimony about the Trump administration's …

New polling numbers reveal a partisan divide on impeachment

October 22nd, 2019

20:30
Americans are split on impeachment. The overwhelming majority of Democrats want Trump removed from office, while the vast majority of Republicans are standing by the president. How will this partisan divide impact the …

Forecasting a potentially explosive week in the impeachment inquiry

October 21st, 2019

21:15
Bill Taylor was worried about a quid pro quo. Now, the career diplomat is set to testify in front of Congress. What might he reveal about the Trump administration's dealings in Ukraine? Plus, as the scope of the …

The whistleblower is vindicated, Mulvaney derails Trump's defense

October 18th, 2019

18:42
Trump says the whistleblower has been discredited, but the facts tell a different story. Facts also oppose the conspiracy theory floated by Mick …

Gordon Sondland testifies as Mick Mulvaney alludes to a conspiracy theory

October 17th, 2019

21:19
Is Gordon Sondland a Trump loyalist or an independent thinker? Sondland, the US ambassador to the E.U., took to Capitol Hill today and seemed to defy …

Republicans are pushing back on Trump - but not on impeachment

October 10th, 2019

19:59
The GOP is largely sticking by Trump, but they're calling him out on the withdrawal of troops in Syria. Meanwhile, Joe Biden is calling for Trump's …

Trump stonewalls impeachment inquiry, Democrats claim obstruction of Congress

October 9th, 2019

20:21
Will a White House insider turn on Trump? Special guest and former Nixon White House counsel John Dean thinks so as he compares the current impeachment drama to the Watergate era. CNN's law enforcement analyst Josh …

The impeachment inquiry turns into an impeachment war

October 8th, 2019

18:46
The Trump administration says it's done playing nice. On Tuesday morning, the State Department blocked the congressional testimony of Gordon Sondland, the US Ambassador to the E.U. and a key figure in relations with …

A second whistleblower, cracks in GOP support, and national security implications

October 7th, 2019

19:53
President Trump may soon have a new antagonist: a second whistleblower with direct knowledge of the administration's Ukrainian dealings. Meanwhile, …

Ex-US diplomat reveals extent of pressure on Ukraine

October 4th, 2019

21:07
In the first deposition of the impeachment inquiry, former United States Special Envoy to Ukraine Kurt Volker handed over text messages that revealed …

President Trump Did It Again

October 3rd, 2019

9:45
President Trump once again invites a foreign country, this time China in addition to Ukraine, to investigate the Biden family. CNN's David Chalian …

Pompeo in the Spotlight

October 2nd, 2019

12:21
After refusing to reveal all he knew about the July 25 phone call between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky, Secretary of State Mike …

Keep Your Eye on the Impeachment Ball

October 1st, 2019

10:45
Amidst the iterative headlines and all the partisan noise surrounding the impeachment inquiry, CNN's David Chalian explains how the most potentially damaging information against the president is already in the public …

The Politics of Impeachment

September 27th, 2019

16:33
As the impeachment process unfolds, will Donald Trump find his footing as he tries to fight back? How might this affect vulnerable members of …

Strategy Shift in the 2020 Democratic Presidential Race

September 20th, 2019

14:30
As we get closer to seeing third quarter fundraising numbers and the fourth debate, CNN's David Chalian analyzes the shifts in strategy employed by the various candidates, and what it means for the various campaigns …

New CNN Poll Shows Biden's Lead Powered By Critical Black Support

September 11th, 2019

9:13
With a debate around the corner, CNN's David Chalian dives into a new CNN poll that shows Joe Biden continuing to hold his place in the lead, …

North Carolina's Do-Over Election

September 10th, 2019

9:48
Voters in North Carolina's 9th District head to the polls today to re-do their 2018 midterm vote after voting fraud caused that election to never be …

Polling Numbers Galore!

September 9th, 2019

12:22
With a bevy of new polls, both national and from early states, on the 2020 Democratic presidential race, CNN's Political Director David Chalian dives …

CNN's Climate Change Town Hall Extravaganza

September 5th, 2019

20:03
After one night of 10 different 2020 Democratic candidates and seven hours worth of town hall events on the climate crisis, CNN's Political Director …

The Post-Labor Day Turn

September 3rd, 2019

17:03
With Labor Day in the rearview, the 2020 Democratic candidates turn to the fall campaign as the Iowa Caucus draws ever closer. CNN's Political …

A Look Inside the DNC Summer Meeting

August 23rd, 2019

8:41
CNN's Political Director David Chalian checks in from San Francisco where the DNC is hosting their summer meeting. He highlights the remarks of …

Winnowing the Field

August 22nd, 2019

8:30
With the third Democratic primary debate approaching, and only 10 candidates qualified so far, the large field has started to shrink in the past few …

What's Driving President Trump's Scattershot 24 Hours?

August 21st, 2019

14:32
CNN's Political Director David Chalian discusses the head-spinning past 24 hours as President Trump has doubled down on anti-Semitic language, …

Biden's Electability Argument as He Leads a New CNN Poll

August 20th, 2019

16:06
As Former Vice President Biden's campaign rolls out an ad touting his ability to beat President Trump, his wife, Jill, makes the case that he is the …

Sen. Elizabeth Warren and the Native American Ancestry Question

August 19th, 2019

10:05
Since her entry into the political arena in 2012, Sen. Elizabeth Warren has been followed by her decision to have claimed Native American ancestry, …

The State of the Race in the Dog Days of August

August 16th, 2019

12:09
As presidential campaigns enter the summer doldrums of late August, CNN's Political Director David Chalian provides an update on the 2020 Democratic …

Combatting Guns and Hate Remain At Center Of 2020 Campaign

August 14th, 2019

8:56
As the news cycle begins to move on from the mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton, 2020 Democratic candidates are working to keep the issues of gun …

Iowa Takeaways

August 12th, 2019

16:27
After spending four days in Iowa, a crucial proving ground for the 2020 Democratic presidential candidates, CNN's Political Director David Chalian …

The Iowa Campaign Is On

August 8th, 2019

12:05
With 2020 Democratic candidates flocking the Iowa State Fair this week, the race for the first-in-the-nation caucuses is on. CNN's Political Director …

Is Donald Trump Helping Joe Biden?

August 7th, 2019

19:35
As 2020 presidential candidates respond to the fallout of the mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton, CNN's Political Director David Chalian looks …

Recapping the Second Night of the CNN Democratic Debates

August 1st, 2019

15:25
CNN's Political Director David Chalian reviews the second night of Democratic primary debates last night in Detroit and takes a look at the attacks …

Recapping CNN's First Democratic Debate

July 31st, 2019

14:15
From Detroit, CNN's Political Director David Chalian reviews the clashes between progressive and moderate candidates in the first night of debates, …

Previewing Debate Day One

July 30th, 2019

10:50
CNN Political Director David Chalian is in Detroit for CNN's Democratic Presidential Debates. He previews the matchups he's most looking forward to …

Biden and Criminal Justice: His Plan vs. His Record

July 23rd, 2019

11:04
Former Vice President Joe Biden unveiled an expansive criminal justice platform today just one week before the second presidential debates. CNN …

Nancy Pelosi Urges Democrats to Put Trump Driven Distractions Aside

July 22nd, 2019

10:35
As Robert Mueller's Russia investigation is set to take center stage in Washington again, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is advising her Democratic …

The CNN Debate Stage Is Set!

July 19th, 2019

9:08
After last night's primetime Draw event, the stages are determined for CNN's two-night Democratic Debates in Detroit on July 30th and 31st. CNN …

Donald Trump's Attempted Walk-back

July 18th, 2019

9:21
President Donald Trump attempted to back away from a racist chant directed at Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar that occurred at his rally on Wednesday …

Healthcare Battle Shows Clear Divide Among 2020 Democrats

July 17th, 2019

12:03
Vice President Biden, Sen. Kamala Harris, and Sen. Bernie Sanders are in a three-way battle over the future of healthcare for Americans and who foots …

Biden Maintains Front-Runner Status

July 12th, 2019

13:22
With the new polls showing the Former Vice President still holding on to a solid lead, CNN Political Director David Chalian explains what the results …

Joe Biden Lays Out His Foreign Policy Vision

July 12th, 2019

11:00
On Thursday, Former Vice President Joe Biden gave a speech outlining what his foreign policy would be as president. CNN Political Director David …

Billionaire Tom Steyer joins the crowded 2020 Democratic presidential field

July 10th, 2019

9:30
CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the candidacy and chances of prominent billionaire and Democratic mega-donor Tom Steyer in his quest …

Summer Reset

July 8th, 2019

12:50
With the immediate fallout of the first debate in the rear view mirror, CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses how the 2020 race for the …

It's a Race

July 1st, 2019

14:26
Breaking CNN poll numbers show that the 2020 democratic presidential nomination race has dramatically shifted. CNN Political Director David Chalian …

Debate Two - Harris vs. Biden

June 28th, 2019

19:24
The second night of the first Democratic debate could make a big splash on the history books of the 2020 presidential campaign. CNN Political …

Debate Number One

June 26th, 2019

10:30
The first round of Democratic presidential debates begins tonight in Miami, Florida. CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses what to watch for …

Joe Biden vs. Cory Booker

June 20th, 2019

11:35
The Biden campaign is entering day two of the fallout from the former Vice President's comments about working with two segregationist senators, even though he had different opinions than them, during his time in the …

Donald Trump's 2020 Launch

June 18th, 2019

9:34
Tonight Donald Trump will hold his official campaign reelection launch rally in Orlando, Florida. CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses …

The Democratic Debate Line Ups

June 14th, 2019

27:36
The candidate lineups for the two nights of the first 2020 Democratic presidential debate was announced today. CNN Political Director David Chalian …

Trump's Invitation to Foreign Actors

June 13th, 2019

8:56
After two years of claiming "no collusion," Trump essentially said he was ready and willing to collude with foreign actors in an interview with …

Bernie Sanders and Democratic Socialism

June 12th, 2019

12:06
Today while announcing his proposal for a 21st Century economic bill of rights, Bernie Sanders continued his push for the political philosophy that …

Democrats Poll Position on Impeachment

June 3rd, 2019

10:34
A brand new CNN/SSRS national poll covering the president's standing, impeachment, Robert Mueller, and more has been released. CNN Political Director …

Mueller Gets Under Trump's Skin

May 30th, 2019

13:02
Donald Trump is the most avid media consumer that has ever occupied the White House and it is clear that he is upset with the statement Mueller made …

Democrats' New Debate Rules Aimed at Winnowing Field

May 29th, 2019

8:01
The DNC has released its new set of rules and thresholds that Democratic candidates must meet to participate in the third and fourth debates of the …

Joe Biden's Front Runner Status

May 28th, 2019

12:33
In his first month out campaigning, Joe Biden has been the clear front runner in the polls, securing endorsements from many Democratic office …

Pelosi's Play

May 23rd, 2019

11:31
The Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is using the president as a tool to unify her caucus as she demonstrated today in comments she made to the …

What Biden Believes Democrats Want

May 20th, 2019

11:44
In a speech in Philadelphia on Saturday Joe Biden showed that he has a fundamental difference from some of the other candidate about what he believes …

Knife Fight in a Telephone Booth

May 17th, 2019

28:24
Joe Biden is finishing up his extended campaign rollout and Bill de Blasio and Steve Bullock officially joining the race, while the rest of the field …

Number Twenty Three

May 16th, 2019

9:13
This morning Bill De Blasio, the mayor of New York City, entered the Democratic presidential nomination race bringing the Democratic candidate count …

Kamala Harris Begins Debating Joe Biden

May 15th, 2019

11:42
Today Kamala Harris gave the clearest sign yet that the 2020 race is entering into a new season when responding to questions about the Democratic …

Kamala Harris Is Still Clarifying Her Health Care Answer

May 13th, 2019

12:04
Kamala Harris is still trying to clarify and move past an answer on health care she gave at a CNN town hall with Jake Tapper in January. Yesterday in a new interview with Jake Tapper, Harris offered a different …

Constitutional Crisis?

May 9th, 2019

11:00
Speaker Pelosi and Chairman Nadler have said that America is in a constitutional crisis because President Trump does not seem to be upholding the …

The Democrats' Dilemma

May 7th, 2019

18:54
Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senator Elizabeth Warren have divergent views about how to approach the issue of presidential impeachment. CNN Political …

The Black Vote

May 6th, 2019

13:26
A substantial portion of the Democratic nominating electorate is African American and support from this community can be critically important in a …

All Things Barr

May 3rd, 2019

22:52
Attorney General Barr became a political lightning rod this week after his testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee and his refusal to testify …

Trump's Record High on the Economy

May 2nd, 2019

9:30
A new poll from CNN/SSRS shows that Donald Trump is at a record high when it comes to his approval rating on the economy but upside down in other …

Mueller Report Fallout

May 2nd, 2019

17:39
Today Attorney General William Barr testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee in his first public testimony since the release of the redacted …

The First Poll Since Biden

April 30th, 2019

10:58
CNN and SSRS have just released the first national poll numbers since Joe Biden officially entered the 2020 race. CNN Political Director David …

Biden vs. Trump?

April 29th, 2019

9:43
Donald Trump seems to have singled former Vice President Joe Biden as his Democratic rival for 2020. CNN Political Director David Chalian reviews …

The Biden Rollout

April 26th, 2019

31:50
Joe Biden has dominated the news cycle for the past 24 hours since announcing yesterday that he is officially joining the 2020 race. CNN Political …

Town Hall Bonanza

April 24th, 2019

20:01
Last night CNN hosted five back to back presidential town halls with Senators Amy Klobuchar, Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, Kamala Harris, and …

Warren's New Education Plan

April 22nd, 2019

10:17
Today Senator Elizabeth Warren unveiled a new education policy hours before she is scheduled to participate in one of CNN's five back to back …

Takeaways from the Mueller Report

April 18th, 2019

15:54
The much anticipated redacted Mueller report was released to the public and Congress just a few hours ago. CNN Political Director David Chalian …

Donald Trump is Paying Attention to the Opposition

April 17th, 2019

11:37
Bernie Sanders appeared in a town hall on Fox News and Donald Trump seems to have been displeased by this move from his favored news network. CNN …

The Money Race - First Quarter

April 16th, 2019

14:06
As of midnight last night all of the first quarter 2020 candidates fundraising numbers have been filed with the FEC. CNN Political Director David …

Eric Swalwell

April 9th, 2019

10:06
Today Eric Swalwell became the eighteenth Democratic presidential candidate to enter the 2020 race. CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses …

Joe Biden's Week

April 6th, 2019

24:16
Even though he has not yet officially entered the presidential race, Joe Biden made major headlines this week. CNN Political Director David Chalian …
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