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State of the Union

State of the Union

CNN Podcasts 398 episodes Latest May 31, 2026

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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Political Showdown: Trump's New Intelligence Director Controversy Jun 7, 2026 2548 Get ready for a deep dive into the latest political maneuvers: President Trump, a new intelligence director, and senators on both sides. Join us for insightful discussions and high-stakes debates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
White and Blueprint: America's 250th Celebration May 31, 2026 2563 Tune in to State Of The Union with Dana Bash. From Trump's grand celebration plans for America's 250th to escalating ICE facility clashes. Key figures like Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and Senator Andy Kim share their thoughts. Don't miss this insightful discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Navigating Disputes: Trump, Iran, and Internal GOP Strife May 24, 2026 2540 President Trump nears a deal with Iran, the GOP faces internal strife, and Democrats are urged to soul search. Don't miss our exclusive interviews with Senators Thom Tillis and Cory Booker. Explosive discussions fom Iran's nuclear negotiations to internal GOP tensions. Plus, the latest on California's chemical crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Political Payback and Party Dynamics: Unpacking Trump's Influence May 17, 2026 2581 From gerrymandering to the future of our political landscape, former candidate Pete Buttigieg joins the conversation on the state of democracy. Tune in for insights on what lies ahead for both parties. Plus, is alien life among us, and are we ready to meet them face to face? Join Neil deGrasse Tyson as he explores the fascinating possibilities in his new book, discussed on State of the Union! Di
From Hantavirus to Gerrymandering Battles May 10, 2026 2497 Jake Tapper sits down with Dr. Jay Bhattacharya to discuss the hantavirus response, plus we dive into the gerrymandering wars with political leaders. How will the hantavirus cruise ship incident influence global health policies? Take a deep dive into critical issues: the impact of the hantavirus on public health strategies and the all-important gerrymandering debate Learn more about your ad cho
Interviews with US Attorney Jeanine Pirro; Republican Senator Thom Tillis; Former Congressman Barney Frank May 3, 2026 2614 On CNN’s State of the Union, Jake sits down with US Attorney Jeanine Pirro to discuss the investigation into the alleged White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter. Jake also presses Pirro on whether she’s ruling out reopening the criminal probe into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Next, Republican Sen. Thom Tillis – who pushed the administration to drop the probe – joins Jake to respond.
Crisis at the White House Correspondents' Dinner: A Night of Fear and Heroism Apr 26, 2026 2751 Breaking news from the White House Correspondents' Dinner: An attack unfolds with President Trump at the center. Hear first-hand accounts from witnesses and experts on the latest episode of political violence in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Interviews with Energy Secretary Chris Wright; Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Apr 19, 2026 2719  On CNN’s State of the Union, Energy Secretary Chris Wright joins Jake Tapper to discuss the crisis over the Strait of Hormuz and when gas prices will begin to go down. Next, Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joins Jake to discuss her new book, “Poisoned Ivies.” They also spar over President Trump’s threats to end Iranian civilization. Then, Democratic Congressman Ami Bera, Republican Congre
Interviews with Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley; Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chair Mark Warner Apr 12, 2026 2569 On CNN’s State of the Union, former US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley joins Dana Bash to react to President Trump’s announcement that the US will impose a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran talks failed to reach a deal. Haley tells Bash that Trump is “calling Iran’s bluff” and also says he needs to confront China over its support for Iran. After, Senate Intelligence Commi
Rescue in Iran: A Tense International Conflict Unfolds Apr 5, 2026 2602 On Easter, Jake Tapper reports President Trump says US forces rescued a missing, seriously wounded airman in a risky overnight mission deep inside Iran after more than 24 hours evading capture; CNN details dozens of aircraft, commando units, CIA help, disinformation efforts, and at least two US aircraft lost and destroyed. Trump then posts a profane ultimatum demanding Iran reopen the Strait of Ho
Interviews with White House Border Czar Tom Homan; Democratic Senator Andy Kim; Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace and Democratic Congressman Suhas Subramanyam Mar 29, 2026 2628 On CNN’s State of the Union, White House Border Czar Tom Homan joins Jake to discuss the chaos at US airports and Congress’ failure to reach a deal to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown. Next, Democratic Sen. Andy Kim joins Jake to discuss what, if anything, Congress is doing to end the impasse after House Republicans blocked a Senate deal to end the shutdown. Then, Republican Congre
Interviews with White House Border Czar; House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries; Israeli Ambassador to the US Michael Leiter; Independent Congressman Kevin Kiley and Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell Mar 22, 2026 2580 On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash presses White House Border Czar Tom Homan over the White House’s new plan to send ICE agents into US airports to support TSA. Next, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries responds, telling Dana that’s “the last thing that the American people need.” After, Israeli Ambassador to the US Michael Leither sits down with Dana to discuss the escalating war with Iran a

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