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State of the Union

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Donald Trump
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United States
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Nikki Haley
Ukraine
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Iowa Caucus
Ron Desantis
January 6th Insurrection
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Jamie Raskin
Iowa Caucuses

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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On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash presses Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche on the Trump administration’s handling of the FBI files, its arrest of journalists over a protest at a Minnesota church, and a controversial FBI raid on a Georgia ele... more

On CNN's State of the Union, in the wake of the second fatal shooting in Minneapolis, Dana Bash grills top border official Greg Bovino on what evidence he has that Alex Pretti was trying to impede law enforcement. She also pushes him on whether he st... more

On CNN’s State of the Union, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey joins Jake to respond to news that the Trump administration is putting hundreds of active-duty troops on standby to deploy to Minnesota. Frey told Jake, “I never thought in a million years tha... more

On a special extended edition of State of the Union, Jake Tapper sits down with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to discuss her response to the deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis. Jake presses Noem on the administration’s quick moves to defend... more

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Ruben Gallego
Veteran and Democratic Senator from Arizona
United States Senate
Episode: Interviews with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey; Former Vice President Mike Pence; Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego
Kristi Noem
Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security and former Governor of South Dakota.
Department of Homeland Security
Episode: Interviews with: DHS Secretary Kristi Noem; Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey
Jacob Frey
Mayor of Minneapolis.
City of Minneapolis
Episode: Interviews with: DHS Secretary Kristi Noem; Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey
JB Pritzker
Governor of Illinois.
State of Illinois
Episode: Interviews with: DHS Secretary Kristi Noem; Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey
Geoffrey Hinton
Nobel Prize-winning computer scientist, known as the godfather of AI
Episode: State of the Union Special: The Future of AI
Katie Britt
Republican Senator from Alabama, focused on legislation to protect minors from AI
Episode: State of the Union Special: The Future of AI
Jonathan Haidt
Author and social psychologist known for his work on the psychology of morality
Episode: State of the Union Special: The Future of AI
Catherine Price
Author focused on technology's impact on human behavior, co-author of The Amazing Generation
Episode: State of the Union Special: The Future of AI
Tejasvi Manoj
TIME Magazine's 2025 Kid of the Year, creator of Shield Seniors
Episode: State of the Union Special: The Future of AI

Hosts

Dana Bash
CNN Anchor and co-host, known for her incisive questioning and political analysis.
Jake Tapper
Host of State of the Union, recognized for his sharp interviewing skills and extensive political coverage.

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Based anti ai propaganda

    Podcast Addict
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    Mikael
    a month ago
  • Love when the Sunday show posts Tuesday! Super useful to listen to stuff from 2 days ago. This used to post on, ya know, Sunday😅 like the other "Sunday" shows. Get it together, CNN.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    ProfessorChaos
    a year ago
  • Tapper having a bash

    These 2 are elitist trash

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Numidia124
    United Statesa year ago
  • Dana!

    Every time I see Dana I wonder if she’s wearing a mask to cover a lizard face, anyway keep up the propaganda!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Amazing Aquaman
    Canadaa year ago
  • Hi Dana

    hello dana:

    bernie sanders described aptly how i feel about the middle east. there is no room for antisemitism or any other violent rhetoric. Bernie makes this clear.

    So far as Trump and Maga folks are concerned they use the situation as a political lever….. like Trump most of them don’t even know who Fredrick Douglas is, let alone Rabbi Leo Baeck

    i’m sure they’d say the same of progressives such as myself or bernie. A sort of ideological circular debate.

    Trump represents the Spirt of o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jeff from boulder
    United States2 years ago

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The show is recognized for holding politicians accountable and emphasizing the importance of hard-hitting journalism.
There are mixed reviews about the interview techniques, with some praising the depth of analysis and others suggesting a need for more follow-up questions to challenge guests.
Listeners appreciate the high-profile guests and the incisive questions asked by the hosts.
Some feel that the show lacks balance and leans more towards one political perspective.

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Interviews with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche; Democratic Congressman Jamie Raskin; Republican Senator Ron Johnson
Q: What is going to happen? What do you want to happen in order to reopen the government with regard to DHS funding?
Senator Ron Johnson states that the key is cooperation and reforming immigration laws without neutering enforcement capabilities.
Interviews with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche; Democratic Congressman Jamie Raskin; Republican Senator Ron Johnson
Q: Is the Department of Justice considering bringing any additional charges here?
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche states he cannot discuss specific investigations but emphasizes that numerous efforts have been made against sex trafficking under the current administration.
Interviews with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey; Former Vice President Mike Pence; Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego
Q: What do you think American help for the citizens of Iran should look like and should the goal here be regime change?
Pence emphasizes that the U.S. should support the Iranian people and express opposition to their government while keeping all options on the table.
Interviews with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey; Former Vice President Mike Pence; Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego
Q: Are you worried that that's where this is actually heading with the National Guard and local police on one side in Minneapolis and active duty troops and ICE agents and other federal law enforcement on the other actually literally fighting?
Mayor Frey expresses a strong concern that such a conflict would be unacceptable in America.
Interviews with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey; Former Vice President Mike Pence; Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego
Q: What is your response to the breaking news that there are 1,500 active duty US soldiers on standby to deploy to your state?
Mayor Frey describes the situation as an act designed to intimidate the people of Minneapolis and asserts that they will not be intimidated.

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Frequently Asked Questions About State of the Union

What is State of the Union about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content primarily features in-depth discussions about current political events, immigration policies, healthcare debates, and the implications of various governmental actions. Frequent guests include senators, economic advisors, and other political figures who provide expertise and differing viewpoints, reflecting the ongoing dynamics of American politics. The show also uniquely highlights the insights of both Republican and Democratic leaders, aiming to create a balance in these discussions while addressing the complexities of the political landscape.

Listeners can expect a blend of rigorous questioning and critical analysis of pressing issues, underscoring the interplay of politics with real-world impacts on the lives of citizens. Thi... more

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Recent guests on State of the Union include:

1. Ruben Gallego
2. Kristi Noem
3. Jacob Frey
4. JB Pritzker
5. Geoffrey Hinton
6. Katie Britt
7. Jonathan Haidt
8. Catherine Price

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