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CNN Podcasts 1753 Episodes Oct 13, 2026

Each weekday, Dana Bash and a panel of well-sourced reporters bring you the most important political stories of the day. On the weekend, Manu Raju kicks off CNN's Sunday morning political programming with Inside Politics Sunday. Dana and Manu get answers from the people making headlines, explain the political stories that matter, and report on how the news will impact you.

Episodes

Questions Already Swirling Around New Press Secretary
Questions Already Swirling Around New Press Secretary Oct 13, 2026 2621 White House press secretary Katie Zacharia's debut is drawing negative reviews from Trump world, with some officials already questioning how long she'll last. Zacharia also announced that Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle had been asked to resign, and Guilfoyle stepped down minutes later amid corruption allegations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is Musk Trying to Buy the Midterms? 
Is Musk Trying to Buy the Midterms?  Oct 12, 2026 2575 Elon Musk, the world's richest man, is pouring a historic amount of cash into the midterms - at least $366 million, with at least $276 of that spent since July. Will his record-breaking political push turn the tide for Republicans?     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Senate Battle & AI Ad Wars
Senate Battle & AI Ad Wars Oct 11, 2026 2572 Dive deep into the latest political maneuvers with Inside Politics Sunday. From close Senate races to the impact of AI in campaigns, we're breaking it all down. Listen now to stay informed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
More Bad News for GOP 
More Bad News for GOP  Oct 9, 2026 2845 The Cook Political report deals a stinging blow to Republicans, revising its election forecast by moving 18 House races in Democrats' favor. That includes four GOP seats in Iowa and Pennsylvania. Cook now projects Democrats will gain between 9 and 19 seats, more than enough to flip control of the House. Cook Editor-in-Chief Amy Walter joins the show to provide details and context.    Le
Red State Warning 
Red State Warning  Oct 8, 2026 2733 New CNN polls underscore Republicans at risk on home turf as voters blame President Trump for making life more expensive. Two Republican Senate seats in states Trump won by double digits now appear up for grabs.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trump Trying to Help Texas GOP Hold-Em 
Trump Trying to Help Texas GOP Hold-Em  Oct 7, 2026 2710 A new midterm forecast shows Texas, a Republican stronghold for nearly a century, is now up for grabs. That's why President Trump is heading back to the Lone Star State today for the third time in less than a month. He'll rally in San Antonio with his Senate pick, Ken Paxton, who's locked in a razor-tight race against Democrat James Talarico in a state that hasn't elected a Democratic senator
Trump's Financial Goody Bag 
Trump's Financial Goody Bag  Oct 6, 2026 2625 President Trump is doling out goodies and promising Americans relief from high prices, but will voters believe him? In addition to promising multiple rebates, he signed an executive order that he claims will lower near-record diesel prices and "drive down the cost of all goods, including grocery prices, very substantially."    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a
Dems Path To Senate Majority Getting Wider 
Dems Path To Senate Majority Getting Wider  Oct 5, 2026 2605 Our new analysis of the Senate races most likely to flip from red to blue confirms Democrats have a clearer path to a majority than at any time in this election cycle. Trying to counter that, both President Trump and VP JD Vance are campaigning on GOP turf, trying to boost incumbent Republican senators in Nebraska and Alaska.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com
The Battle for Midterm Dominance: Red States, Blue Waves
The Battle for Midterm Dominance: Red States, Blue Waves Oct 4, 2026 2582 With just 30 days left till the midterms, we're diving deep into how President Trump is impacting key races across the country. Can the GOP hold power in Congress? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Uninspiring Jobs Report  Adds to GOP Concerns
Uninspiring Jobs Report  Adds to GOP Concerns Oct 2, 2026 2622 The final jobs report before Election Day arrived today, and it's not great. The US added just 29,000 jobs in September, far fewer than expected, while unemployment ticked up to 4.2%. These latest uninspiring numbers come as voters across the country continue to rank the economy as their top issue.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Early Voting Favoring Dems 
Early Voting Favoring Dems  Oct 1, 2026 2683 Today, we're getting our first look at early voting with our newly launched CNN tracker. Nearly 800,000 ballots have already been cast around the country, and there are clear signs of Democratic enthusiasm and an advantage for the Democrats in several states with key races. Our coverage begins with CNN's Tom Foreman at a polling place in Fairfax County, Virginia.    Learn more about you
Abdul el-Sayed Leads in Michigan 
Abdul el-Sayed Leads in Michigan  Sep 30, 2026 2808 With just 34 days until the midterms, a new Marist poll shows Democrat Abdul el-Sayed with a seven-point lead over Republican Mike Rogers in their race for the Senate. But for many in the Wolverine State, the choice is about someone who isn't on the ballot: Donald Trump.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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