CNN Political Briefing

Join CNN Political Director David Chalian as he guides you through our ever-changing political landscape. Every week, David and a guest take you inside the latest developments with insight and analysis from the key players in politics.

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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 4 days 23 hours 48 minutes

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Biden's Impeachment Problem


David Chalian discusses everything you need to know about the resolution to impeach President Trump introduced by House Democrats today and why President-Elect Biden has an impeachment problem. Plus, although some Republicans have called for Trump to step down, the GOP seems divided on how to proceed after the events of last week… with many Republicans still refusing to hold Trump accountable...


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 January 11, 2021  8m
 
 

A Second Impeachment Looms


Democrats are poised to impeach President Trump for a second time before his term ends in less than two weeks - which would make him the only President to be impeached twice. David Chalian explains the politics of impeachment and the continued fallout within the Republican Party after the siege on the US Capitol this week. Plus, Biden's new plan to speed the vaccine rollout. 

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 January 8, 2021  7m
 
 

What Comes Next?


David Chalian discusses the aftermath of yesterday’s disturbing events and the possibility of invoking the 25th Amendment to remove President Trump from office. Plus, despite Trump’s attempts to stall the process, President-elect Biden was officially certified as the 46th President of the U.S. and announced his picks for the Department of Justice today. And finally, Chalian takes a further look at how law enforcement utterly failed to control the chaos that erupted yesterday...


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 January 7, 2021  8m
 
 

Insurrection in Washington


A scene that no one expected to ever see and yet one that was completely predictable: an insurrection with rioters breaching the Capitol as lawmakers did their constitutional duty to certify President-elect Joe Biden's victory. David Chalian explains the events leading up to a mob storming the Capitol and how the President and his allies' efforts to overthrow the election enabled it.

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 January 7, 2021  9m
 
 

Georgia Senate Runoffs: Election Day


It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for... election day in Georgia! David Chalian discusses what we can expect to see in the Georgia Senate runoff elections and why those races are so crucial. Plus, President Trump’s final test of loyalty will play out tomorrow at the official electoral college vote… and all eyes are on Vice President Pence. Buckle up, it's going to be a wild 48 hours...


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 January 5, 2021  9m
 
 

Get Ready for Two Weeks of Total Chaos


President Trump's assault on democracy...caught on tape. CNN Political Director David Chalian goes inside the President pushing the Georgia Secretary of State to "find" votes and how it clashes with the very oath of office elected officials take. He also explains the impact the president's conspiracy theories could have on the Georgia Senate runoffs and the future of the Republican party.

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 January 4, 2021  9m
 
 

Georgia Senate Runoffs: The Final Stretch


With Senate control hanging in the balance, all eyes are on Georgia leading up to the runoff elections on January 5th. In the fourth episode of our five-part series, we take a closer look at the state of play in both races, the record-breaking early voting and fundraising numbers, and the political calculations at play. 

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 December 30, 2020  10m
 
 

The $2000 Divide Among Republicans


On today’s episode, David Chalian discusses how the vague comments from Mitch McConnell might affect the $2000 stimulus checks that President Trump and Democrats are pushing for. Plus, both Georgia Republican Senators running for reelection in the runoffs gave their support for the $2000 checks today, but it’s unclear if there will be enough Republican Senators on board...


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 December 29, 2020  8m
 
 

President Trump Signs Pandemic Relief Bill


After days of delay, President Trump signs the coronavirus relief bill. CNN's Political Director, David Chalian, breaks down the politics of the President’s delay and Congress' attempt to override Trump's veto on the defense bill known as the National Defense Authorization Act. Plus, with the Georgia runoff elections one week away, why GOP senators are breathing a huge sigh of relief.

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 December 28, 2020  10m
 
 

President Trump Isn’t Going Anywhere


With less than a month left in the Trump presidency, David Chalian takes a step back and looks at what the future could hold for President Trump after he leaves office. Here's a hint: he's not going anywhere.

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 December 23, 2020  7m