The Lead with Jake Tapper

CNN

  • 1 hour 33 minutes
    King Charles Begins High-Stakes Diplomatic Visit to U.S.

    Britain's King Charles III met with Trump at the White House amid fraying United States and United Kingdom relations due to the Iran war. We bring you all the latest updates and planned events surrounding the monarch’s four-day state visit. 

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    28 April 2026, 1:29 am
  • 1 hour 29 minutes
    Report: Warnings About Epstein Abuse Went Unheeded by UK Police

    A United States delegation is heading to Pakistan. But, will they get to meet face-to-face with a top Iranian official who is already there? Plus, a report alleges more Epstein crimes after Virginia Guiffre tried to sound the alarm. 

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    25 April 2026, 12:53 am
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
    Trump Orders Navy to “Shoot & Kill” Mine-Laying Boats in Strait

    President Trump tells the United States Navy to take out any Iranian boats placing mines in the Strait of Hormuz, risking escalating tensions and causing oil prices to rise once again. Plus, a new investigation launched into the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files.  

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    24 April 2026, 12:51 am
  • 1 hour 29 minutes
    WH: Trump Has “No Firm Deadline” for Iranian Peace Proposal

    Iran is seizing ships as more talks are allegedly set for who knows when. Plus, a look at the fight for control of Congress in 2026 as Virginia voters side with Democrats and change the map.  

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    23 April 2026, 12:46 am
  • 1 hour 29 minutes
    Trump: “I Expect to Be Bombing” if No Progress in Iran Talks

    President Trump is now ordering the US military to hold off on any attacks and to keep up the blockade on Iranian ports. Plus, Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve was grilled on Capitol Hill. 

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    22 April 2026, 12:48 am
  • 1 hour 29 minutes
    Lori Chavez-DeRemer to Step Down as Labor Secretary

    A ceasefire with Iran is about to expire so will we see more strikes? Plus, an apology from United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer tied to the Epstein files as he tries to quiet calls for him to resign. 

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    21 April 2026, 1:22 am
  • 1 hour 36 minutes
    Trump: Iran Will Turn Over “Nuclear Dust”

    Iranian sources dispute Trump’s claims that Iran has agreed to forfeit all of their “nuclear dust” to the United States in the current negotiations. Plus, a federal prosecutor was pulled from the case after he resisted pressure to charge one of Trump’s perceived political enemies. 

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    18 April 2026, 12:55 am
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
    Pope Leo: “Woe to Those Who Manipulate Religion”

    President Trump claims the United States has a lot of agreement with Iran. Also, according to police, former Lieutenant Governor of Virginia kills his wife and himself. Plus, nearly one week after splashdown we hear from the four astronauts who went to the far side of the moon and are now back on Earth. 

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    17 April 2026, 12:39 am
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
    British PM Refuses to Join Iran War

    President Trump’s new threat against the chair of the Federal Reserve. Plus, a second investigation has been launched into former congressman Eric Swalwell. Also, the International Monetary Fund is warning the Iran war could create a global shortage of oil and tip the world into a recession.  

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    16 April 2026, 12:33 am
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
    How the War & U.S. Blockade Affect What We Buy

    New criticism from President Trump as he takes issue with words from the Pope. Plus, two members of Congress are out of their jobs after getting engulfed in sex-related scandals. 

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    15 April 2026, 12:20 am
  • 1 hour 33 minutes
    U.S. Navy Blockades Iranian Ports After Peace Talks Collapse

    President Trump’s wild explanation for a fake AI image depicting him as Jesus. Plus, President Trump’s new threat to Iran. Also, Rep. Swalwell announced he plans to resign from Congress following explosive allegations of sexual misconduct against him.

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    14 April 2026, 12:45 am
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