CNN Political Briefing

On the brink of another possible coronavirus surge President Biden is begging states around the country to pause their re-openings... but they don't seem to be listening. David Chalian explains how states are moving forward with ending mask mandates and what that means for Biden. Plus, previewing the challenges ahead for Biden's transformative infrastructure plan and the latest front in the cultur...

President Biden's positive vaccine news is the latest reason for optimism, but the CDC director is warning of "impending doom" if America relaxes too soon. David Chalian explains what that means and breaks down the explosive revelations from the previous administration's Covid doctors in a new CNN documentary. Plus, as Democrats push action, some Georgia Republicans are twisting themselves into kn...

This week, President Biden faced tough questions about his administration's handling of the growing crisis at the border, where a recent surge of migrants, including many unaccompanied children, has overwhelmed government resources. On today’s briefing, CNN immigration and policy reporter Priscilla Alvarez, takes you inside what's happening at the US-Mexico border, how the current migrant surge co...

After close to two months, President Biden held his first official press conference since taking office. David Chalian dissects the most important moments and explains how the President was pushed on everything from immigration, to voting rights, to ending the filibuster. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...

As the Biden administration calls for action on gun reform in Congress, they hold back on taking executive action. David Chalian examines this political calculation and how Vice President Harris' history shows she disagrees with this approach. Plus, the roadblocks ahead for the Democrats massive voting bill in the Senate, and finally the Biden administration’s attempt at transparency at the border...

Another mass shooting in America -- just days after the last one – puts mounting pressure on Democrats to take action. David Chalian explains the uphill battle for gun reform legislation in the Senate and President Biden's new massive $3 trillion infrastructure package proposal. Plus, Sidney Powell, the pro-Trump lawyer who spread the big lie – now admits she was lying. To learn more about how CNN...

As the situation at the border worsens, the White House refuses to call it a crisis. David Chalian explains how the situation spells political trouble for the administration, plus the implications of the voting rights fight coming to a head in Georgia this week. Finally, a potential Democratic effort to overturn a House race has some comparing it to January's Republican electoral college challenge...

Republican legislatures across the country are pushing new voter restrictions, and many of those potential changes would disproportionately affect communities of color. On today's CNN Political Briefing, CNN Race and Equality senior writer Nicquel Terry Ellis explains the effects of these current proposals and how they fit the historical pattern of voter suppression in America. To learn more about...

The start of the Biden administration’s foreign policy is being marked by an escalation in tensions with both Russia and China. On today’s episode, CNN Chief Political Analyst Gloria Borger unpacks the rising global tensions. Plus, Asian American discrimination is front and center in Congress, and finally, why some house Republicans voted against honoring the police who defended the Capitol during...

In an interview with ABC News, President Biden talked about the border crisis, the controversial filibuster, and shared his thoughts on New York's Governor Andrew Cuomo's political future. CNN Chief Political Analyst Gloria Borger breaks down the takeaways from his most expansive interview since the election. Plus, the horrific shootings in Atlanta that killed eight, mostly Asian Americans, and fi...

Texas Republicans are targeting Houston's efforts to expand voting access during the 2020 election with a series of measures that would roll back voting access in the state. CNN Chief Political Analyst Gloria Borger discusses why Harris County is the newest target for Republican lawmakers. Plus, President Biden visits GOP states hoping to reduce vaccine hesitancy among Republican voters, and final...

Stimulus checks have already started hitting some American’s bank accounts, and millions of shots are in arms, but the work is far from over for the Biden Administration. CNN Chief Political Analyst Gloria Borger discusses the Biden administration’s “Help is Here” tour. Plus, the pressing humanitarian crisis on the southern border, and finally, Senator Ron Johnson’s controversial remarks about the...

This week President Biden signed the historic $1.9 Trillion Covid relief package into law... But how much help can you expect to see? And when will you see it? On today's CNN Political Briefing, Chief Business Correspondent Christine Romans gives you a guide to how the largest stimulus measure in modern American history will affect you. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit...

On the official anniversary of the pandemic, President Biden gives his first prime-time speech as President. David Chalian discusses what’s to expect and what the latest CNN poll shows about how Americans view the pandemic. Plus, former President Donald Trump is absent from a vaccine awareness campaign with the rest of the living former Presidents, and finally the Biden administration is scramblin...

On President Biden’s 50th day in office, the House of Representatives voted to approve his $1.9 trillion Covid-19 relief plan. David Chalian breaks down Biden’s first major legislative victory, plus how the legislation and Biden are faring in a new CNN poll. Finally, former President Trump’s hypocrisy on mail-in voting seemingly knows no bounds. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privac...

Across the country, Republicans are pushing restrictive voting rights laws through state legislatures. David Chalian discusses the GOP efforts in Georgia and Iowa, plus the growing crisis facing the Biden administration as the number of unaccompanied migrant children at the border grows. And finally, former President Trump is in a showdown with the RNC over fundraising.  To learn more about how CN...

Inside the Covid relief bill headed for President Biden's desk are sweeping economic changes that could fundamentally alter US economic policy.  David Chalian explains that plus, how Joe Manchin is the new power center in the Senate. Finally, the implications of Senator Roy Blunt of Missouri becoming the 5th Republican to announce their retirement.  To learn more about how CNN protects listener pr...

In the wake of the 2020 election, Republican officials across the country are pushing legislation that would curb voting access. Today, CNN reporter Kelly Mena walks through the efforts some Republican lawmakers are making in key battleground states to roll back those provisions, how Democrats can use their slim majority in Congress to address voter suppression efforts, and what voting will look l...

As Senators kick off the marathon Covid relief bill debate, both parties are applying lessons from the Obama era. David Chalian explains what this means for the bill and the future of legislation in Biden's Washington. Plus, how another QAnon conspiracy threat forced lawmakers to change their plans and the uncertain fate of the two major Democratic priorities passed by the House this week. To lear...

Senate Democrats are racing against the clock to finalize their version of the Covid-19 relief bill. David Chalian breaks down where negotiations stand and the next step in the process. Plus, former Vice President Pence continues the GOP's war on voting, and Governor Cuomo breaks his silence and addresses the sexual allegations against him. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, vi...

The Supreme Court is hearing a case that supporters of voting rights fear will lead the court's conservative majority to weaken a key provision of the Voting Rights Act that prohibits laws that result in racial discrimination. David Chalian discusses the ongoing battle for voting rights between Democrats and Republicans. Plus, new allegations surface against Governor Cuomo, and finally FBI Directo...

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is facing mounting pressure after another allegation of misconduct surfaces over the weekend. David Chalian explains what the looming investigation and losing the support of his party, could mean for the Governor. Plus, the roadblocks the Covid relief bill faces in the Senate this week, and how Donald Trump reminded everyone he is the leader of the Republican Party....

President Biden was more factual in his first month in office than his predecessor ever was, but that doesn't mean he's truthful one-hundred percent of the time. Today, CNN Reporter Daniel Dale fact checks the new president and explains how to spot Biden's inaccurate statements. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

The first vote on Biden's Covid relief bill is tomorrow and there are big questions remaining for both parties. David Chalian explains what is at stake for Republicans and Democrats as key details get sorted out, plus the rift on Capitol Hill over the partisan makeup of the January 6th commission. And finally, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is having a very rough time.  To learn more about how CNN...

After a contentious confirmation battle, President Biden's Office of Management and Budget nominee is now on very thin ice after her committee votes were delayed. David Chalian examines the political implications of potentially losing this confirmation battle, plus Kevin McCarthy and Liz Cheney have a moment that perfectly encapsulates the divide in the GOP. And finally, could the winter disaster...