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CNN Inside Politics

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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.

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The President Who Cried Iran Deal?  Jun 12, 2026 2583 As today's show begins, we're following the latest twist on President Trump's 100+-day geopolitical roller coaster. In less than 24 hours, the Commander-in Chief went from threatening to expand the war in Iran to declaring an agreement and announcing the war is over, to calling the Iranians "very dishonorable people" who need to "get their act together and fast." If you're feeling a little dizzy, 
Why Was the Pentagon Locked Down?  Jun 11, 2026 2584 A lockdown in place at the Pentagon is now over. Sources familiar with the matter tell CNN the evacuation was due to a false alarm. A Pentagon spokesman says building systems detected an air quality issue, triggering precautionary measures to determine the threat. CNN National Security Correspondent Natasha Bertrand has details.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi
Trump Vows to Attack Iran Again Today Jun 10, 2026 2396 As today show begins, President Trump is wrapping up an Oval Office Q&A after he signed that massive $70 billion immigration enforcement bill. Asked about Iran, the president confirmed the US military will hit Iran "hard" yet again, and expressed frustration about a potential deal that he deemed "already negotiated."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Platner Primary Predictions  Jun 9, 2026 2781 It's primary day in Maine, North Dakota, Nevada and South Carolina, where voters are casting ballots in a series of key Senate, House and governor's races. For Democrats, it's all about the Pine Tree State, where it isn't so much about picking a nominee, but testing the one that they're pretty sure they already have. Maine voters will deliver the first real evidence of whether Graham Platner's lat
A Teetering Truce  Jun 8, 2026 2588 The fragile ceasefire in Iran is under severe stress today, after Israel and Iran traded missile fire overnight, the first direct attacks in two months. Early this morning, Israel accepted President Trump's demand to halt strikes on Iran. Iran says it's suspended its operations in Israel, but threatened to resume strikes if Israel continues its strikes on Southern Lebanon.     Learn more about yo
Elections and Allegations: The Race for Senate Control Jun 7, 2026 2508 Tune in to Inside Politics Sunday for exclusive insights on the Senate race dynamics, controversies, and the political landscape shifting under our feet. Will Graham Platner rise above the allegations? Join the debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
More Angst About Platner  Jun 5, 2026 2617 When Democrats plotted their uphill climb to a Senate majority, nearly every path went through Maine. But a series of revelations about their likely nominee, Graham Platner, has put everything in jeopardy. The latest came from the New York Times, which details several cases of unsettling behavior by Platner toward women he dated, including one involving physically threatening acts.    Learn mor
Will GOP Back Blanche?  Jun 4, 2026 2586 President Trump wants his former personal attorney to officially be attorney general. But first, Senate Republicans must render their verdict, and some are raising concerns over Todd Blanche's eagerness to please his boss. by pushing bounds and norms at the DOJ.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Voting is Over, but the Counting is Not  Jun 3, 2026 2593 Who won the California gubernatorial primary? Well, it could be hours or even days before we know the answer to that question. There are still millions of votes to be counted in the Golden State's wild and unpredictable race to be the next governor. We check the very latest results and try and put the numbers in perspective.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Primary Palooza  Jun 2, 2026 2625 Voters are heading to the polls in states today: California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota. They're weighing in on a series of high- stakes races that could shift the political calculus for November. But this primary day may feel a little upside down. Democrats are holding out hope for an opening in ruby-red Iowa, while Republicans are making a play in deep-blue California
Sex Scandal Threatens Dems  Jun 1, 2026 2621 Could one candidate's personal drama cost Democrats the Senate, or are we living in a scandal-be-damned political era? Democrats today are once again wrestling with what to do about Graham Platner, the populist firebrand challenging Maine Republican Senator Susan Collins in a must-win race for Senate control. At issue now are multiple news reports that Platner's wife told a campaign aide last year
Trump’s Tumultuous Week and Senate Control Battle May 31, 2026 2604 Catch the latest political insights and behind-the-scenes reporting on Inside Politics Sunday with Anu Raju. From Trump's rollercoaster week to key Senate races, explore the corridors of power now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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