CNN Political Briefing

Since Title 42 expired, the US is seeing fewer migrant encounters at the southern border than officials expected at this point. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains why the Biden administration is still on high alert and how some communities are still bracing for an influx. Plus, Republicans and Democrats have yet to agree on any legislative compromise to address problems at the border. T...

Title 42 has expired, and the Biden administration stresses the circumstances at the southern border will get worse before they get better. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the border policy that’s replacing Title 42, and the legal and political challenges the administration faces. House Republicans have passed a border security bill, while the White House is accusing them of playi...

Former President Donald Trump made clear last night that his third run for the White House is going to look like his previous bids. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down key moments and issues discussed at CNN’s town hall, including his answers on the economy, abortion, and the war in Ukraine. Plus, a few Republicans didn't approve of Trump's performance. To learn more about how CNN pro...

Former President Donald Trump will join CNN for a highly anticipated town hall tonight. CNN National Correspondent Kristen Holmes is in New Hampshire for the event. She’ll break down what to expect tonight, as well as some key context. On Tuesday, A New York jury found Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll, which Trump denies.   To learn more about how CNN protects...

The Treasury Department says the government could default on its debt as soon as June 1st if Congress doesn’t raise the debt ceiling. CNN Capitol Hill reporter Melanie Zanona explains the high stakes meeting happening between President Joe Biden and congressional leaders. Both sides haven’t indicated any interest in compromising, but a default would be disastrous for the economy. To learn more abo...

The economy and immigration will be front and center for President Joe Biden this week. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down how local, state and federal governments are preparing for the end of Title 42 on Thursday. Plus, Biden has a high stakes meeting with congressional leaders tomorrow on raising the debt ceiling. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com...

Today, the Florida state legislature wrapped up its busy session, which opens the door for Ron DeSantis to consider launching his 2024 presidential bid. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the bills the governor and his Republican allies were able to pass, and the political challenges ahead for DeSantis if he chooses to run. Plus, CNN spoke to voters in Michigan who weighed in on Pres...

A new ProPublica report details how Justice Clarence Thomas failed to disclose school tuition payments a billionaire GOP donor made for Thomas’ grandnephew's education. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down all the revelations with some justices that are raising ethical questions around the high court. CNN Senior Supreme Court Analyst Joan Biskupic also explains what this means for the...

Primary debate drama, campaign ad buys, fundraising – the 2024 presidential race is starting to pick up for both parties. CNN Correspondent Kristen Holmes breaks down why former President Donald Trump might not show up at some of the primary debates, and how President Joe Biden’s campaign is kicking into higher gear. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Lear...

The US is preparing for a surge of migrants to cross the southern border after a pandemic-era border policy expires next week. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how the Biden administration and one border town are getting ready. House Republicans unveiled their border security package, but passing any comprehensive immigration reform is highly unlikely.  To learn more about how CNN pro...

President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy aren’t budging when it comes to raising the debt ceiling before the looming deadline. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains where things stand and what’s at stake if the US’ borrowing limit isn’t raised. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...

Federal regulators dissected Silicon Valley and Signature banks today, delivering post-mortems on last month’s banking crisis. But on Wall Street, the crisis is far from over, with shares of First Republic Bank plummeting amid fears it could go into receivership. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains the latest on the economy and how the White House is reacting. Also, the latest federal nu...

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke out from Israel today after being sued by Disney. CNN’s Tami Luhby breaks down how the latest in the Florida saga, and what both sides are saying. Also, why is the American governor making a whistle-stop international tour? To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

The House passed the GOP debt ceiling bill this evening, after an 11th-hour push by Speaker Kevin McCarthy and his allies. CNN’s Tami Luhby breaks down what we can expect next for the package - and what’s in it after GOP leaders made concessions to holdouts. Plus, what we’re learning about when the US might default. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn...

“Let’s finish the job.” That’s the pitch President Joe Biden made to voters during his reelection campaign announcement early today. Now, questions remain around what Biden’s campaign will look like, and what challenges face him as a candidate. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down how the president kicked off his campaign. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cn...

President Joe Biden is gearing up to officially announce his reelection bid, while a new poll shows Americans don’t want a 2020 rematch in 2024. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down two issues that could be tough for Biden to navigate while campaigning. Plus, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is testing his presidential ambitions overseas as Donald Trump maintains his frontrunner status. T...

President Joe Biden has been saying he plans to run for reelection for months. Now, it looks like a formal announcement is in sight. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down when we can expect an announcement in the coming days, and what Biden’s campaign might look like. Plus, how former President Donald Trump is faring against his fellow GOP contenders. To learn more about how CNN protect...

Justice Samuel Alito gave the Supreme Court more time to deliberate on a case involving the abortion medication, mifepristone, with a decision expected Friday. That means the drug will stay on shelves at least a little while longer. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains the latest from the Supreme Court, and what it could mean for Republicans in 2024. To learn more about how CNN protects l...

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy introduced the GOP proposal to raise the debt ceiling on Capitol Hill today, while President Joe Biden spoke against it in nearby Maryland. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down what is in the GOP bill, and what Democrats are saying in response. With four votes to lose, can McCarthy keep his conference together on his opening bid to Biden? To learn more abou...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is pushing back on Disney’s efforts to thwart his plan to bring more state control over the company – and that’s earning him flak from other GOP 2024 presidential hopefuls. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the latest between DeSantis and the Mouse House, and the maneuverings over Disney’s special tax district. Plus, will it help or distract as DeSantis pre...

Congress and the Biden administration are once again at loggerheads over a potential debt ceiling crisis – and the possibility of defaulting on its debt for the first time in the United States’ history. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s speech today, and where the two parties stand in their response to the crisis. The debt ceiling isn’t the only issue on Con...

Abortion and guns are two issues that animate Republicans and Democrats for different reasons and they were front and center today. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains what the Supreme Court is considering when it comes to medication abortion, and why Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is walking a political tightrope. Plus, Vice President Kamala Harris slammed Republicans today, as many 2024...

Senate Democrats are trying to grant Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s request to temporarily replace her on the Judiciary committee while she recovers. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains why there’s urgency and uncertainty around how to replace her, and why there's some pushback from some Democrats over the plan. The 89-year-old Senator is going to retire after this term, and there are some Cali...

The Republican 2024 primary field looks like it's going to grow, after Senator Tim Scott announced today he’s exploring a presidential run. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how this race is shaping up so far, even as the current frontrunner Donald Trump says he won’t drop out no matter what. Plus, the Democratic National Committee announced where it’ll hold its 2024 convention, while...

The US is again dealing with the fallout from classified documents making their way into the wrong hands. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains why the leak of highly classified Pentagon documents is concerning, and where the investigations into them stand. Plus, members of the Gang of Eight are combing through the classified documents found in the homes of three high-profile politicians,...