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First: As today's show begins, we're following a major court ruling that could have big implications for President Trump's push to send US troops to blue cities across the country. Plus: Congress reconvenes and a familiar scandal reignites, as a bipartisan group of lawmakers meets with some of Jeffrey Epstein's victims trying to force a vote demanding the DOJ release the files. And: A 78 year old top democrat says Joe Biden's campaign sparked his decision to focus on generational change instead of reelection. But will other veteran lawmakers follow his lead and make room for new blood in their wounded party? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: President Trump is threatening to deploy federal forces to Chicago this week. He claims his focus is combating crime and controlling immigration. But why only in Democratic zip codes? Plus: Nine former CDC directors are joining forces to sound the alarm on what Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Is doing to the agency. They say it's "endangering every American's health." And: Democrats are getting another chance to block President Trump's agenda. But can they agree on a playbook that also keeps the government's lights on? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Inside Politics Sunday, host Manu Raju delves into President Trump's aggressive measures, including the firing of key federal officials, defiance of governors, and sweeping use of the National Guard, which are testing the limits of executive power. The episode also examines the turmoil at the CDC, with RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine stance leading to the resignation of top officials. A panel of experts and former CDC officials discuss the impact on public health and trust. Additionally, the show explores the Democrats' prospects in upcoming Senate races, the redistricting battles in various states, and the potential political shifts that could arise from these challenges. Featuring insights from journalists and experts like Molly Ball, Mario Parker, Steven Collinson, and former Obama administration CDC director Tom Frieden, this episode provides detailed analysis on the current political landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: Top leaders at key federal agencies are fighting back after President Trump sent his signature reality show message: You're fired! But now it is real life with real consequences for your wallet and your health. Plus: We have exclusive new reporting on the Trump Administration's push to send hundreds of children in government custody back home to Guatemala. Multiple sources call the move unprecedented. And: President Trump is removing Kamala Harris's Secret Service detail. Is this all about settling scores with a rival? We have the letter he personally signed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Minneapolis is in shock after yet another school shooting. This time, innocent children were gunned down as they sat praying in a church pew on the first week of school. An eight- and 10-year-old are dead, more than a dozen suffered injuries, and hundreds of children are left traumatized from witnessing a massacre in a place that was literally supposed to be a sanctuary. And we learned this morning that it could have been much worse. CNN's chief law enforcement and intelligence analyst John Miller has the latest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's show begins following a press conference about the deadly school shooting in Minneapolis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yesterday, President Trump took the unprecedented - and perhaps illegal - step of firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Today she responded by filing a lawsuit. Meanwhile, officials in Chicago and other cities are up in arms over the president's plan to send in the military to fight crime. Our coverage of these and other Trump controversies begins with CNN's Jeff Zeleny at the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's show begins as President Trump is holding yet another impromptu news conference in the Oval Office after signing more executive orders, including a ban on flag burning and the end of cashless bail. He also said he's ordered the Pentagon to train a specialized DC National Guard force that is "specifically trained and equipped to deal with public order issues." And he dismissed criticism that expanding his crackdown in DC to other cities is a classic strongman tactic. CNN's Jeff Zeleny breaks it all down for us from the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of Inside Politics Sunday, hosted by Manu Raja, delves into President Trump's controversial plan to deploy the military to Chicago to combat crime against the objection of local officials and analyses its implications. The discussion further explores the impact of these actions on Trump's political strategy, the potential ramifications for the upcoming midterm elections, and the political tug-of-war it creates. Additionally, the show talks about redistricting efforts in Texas and California ahead of the midterms, Trump's evolving stance on mail-in voting, and the potential influence on democracy. The episode also features an interview with Democratic Senate candidate Graham Plattner from Maine, his views on his party's brand, and critiques of Senator Susan Collins. There is a highlighted discussion on Gavin Newsom's combative tactics against Trump on social media, his likely 2028 presidential bid, and the broader strategies at play within the Democratic Party. The show closes with a tribute to the New Orleans Saints' 2010 Super Bowl victory and its symbolic significance for the city post-Hurricane Katrina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: Former National Security Adviser John Bolton's morning starts with a court-authorized search of his home and DC office. What were FBI agents looking for? Plus: Is the country any closer to seeing what's inside the Epstein files? The House Oversight Committee chair says he'll have hundreds of documents from the Justice Department today. And: Fed Chair Jerome Powell hints that a rate cut could be coming soon to stop the economy from stalling out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: California plans to pass a new congressional map, but are Democrats making a mistake by joining the race to redraw the country? Former Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy joins us to discuss. Plus: Vice President Vance heads to a key congressional district in Georgia to pitch President Trump's signature by convincing voters it's good for what matters most to them: their wallets. And: New analysis on voter registration highlights deep trouble for the Democratic brand, as America looks several shades more red. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: Texas Democrats think up a new tactic to try to block the GOP-led redistricting effort, as state lawmakers could pass it in the coming hours. While in California, that state's legislature there gavels in to try to push their own map proposal. Plus: Elon Musk reportedly is backing away from his idea to start a new political party. And the reason why might be JD Vance. And: To the delight of some Democrats but the chagrin of others, California Governor Gavin Newsom, is now playing the role of Donald Trump on social media. Newsom says he's trying to make a very specific point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ukraine's future hinges on President Trump's word and shifting tone. One moment he's pledging support to President Zelensky and the fight for his country's survival. The next Trump seems to be reading from the Russian playbook. Also on today's show: Republicans are barreling ahead with their power grab now that Democrats are back in the Lone Star State. So what was the point of the latter's 15-day absence there? Dana speaks with one member of the legislature there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As today's Inside Politics begins, top European leaders are about to arrive in Washington for a pivotal meeting with President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. More than three years after Russia's brutal invasion of Ukraine, the stakes could not be higher for that sovereign democracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Zeleny hosts this Sunday's edition. President Trump's implications in US-Russia relations, the stakes for Ukraine’s President Zelensky ahead of a crucial meeting with Trump and European leaders, and the geopolitical tension surrounding Ukraine's conflict with Russia. The segment also explores US domestic politics, focusing on redistricting efforts in California and Texas, with insights from reporters and political analysts on how these moves might redefine the landscape for upcoming midterm elections. Additionally, the show delves into Trump's law and order narrative, positioning around crime in DC, and touches on the historical diplomatic significance of Alaska in US-Russia relations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jake Tapper steers the Inside Politics ship today live from Anchorage, where President Trump is scheduled to touch down for his historic summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin and try to end the Russia-Ukraine war Trump vowed to end within the first 24 hours of his second term. Today will be their very first face- to-face meeting in more than six years, and potentially the most consequential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: The White House and the Kremlin are gearing up for what could be a defining moment in global diplomacy, as both President Trump and Putin get a head start on tomorrow's psychological chess with new public comments this morning. Plus: President Trump is ramping up his federal police takeover of Washington DC, putting more national guardsmen on duty and expanding the mission to round the clock enforcement. And: Two political titans of the Obama years join us for a strategy session on the question plaguing their party: What is the Democrat's path back to power? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin today's show during another lengthy, wide-ranging press conference by President Trump, this one coming after he announced the latest Kennedy Center honorees. Our in-depth analysis of his comments begins with CNN's Kristen Holmes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: President Trump says his unprecedented takeover of the Washington, DC police could extend to other cities across the country. But is the new White House push. about public protection or political posturing? Or maybe both? Plus: The Texas House just failed to meet a quorum for the fifth time in a row as the Republican governor warns redistricting is inevitable. And: The president picks a MAGA loyalist to run the nation's most important economic statistics agency, leaving Wall Street questioning whether crucial data can still be taken at face value. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As today's show gets underway, we are following breaking news regarding a remarkable moment in US history. President Trump has just announced plans to take over law enforcement in the District of Columbia by putting Washington DC police under federal control and deploying nearly 1,000 national guard troops to the capital's streets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices