CNN's The Daily DC
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CNN's Political Director David Chalian lives, breathes, and sleeps politics, so who better to help make sense of the ever-shifting political landscape? Join David and his colleagues as they ask tough questions, provide insight and analysis, and help you separate the political signal from the noise.
Latest episode
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Introducing Politically Sound
Kamala Harris made history this week as the first woman of color to join a major party presidential ticket just as the nation commemorates the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage. The centennial is yet another example of this nation’s complicated a… -
Introducing the CNN Political Briefing
A night of powerful women and big names are set to speak at the DNC, including Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton, and Barack Obama. Join CNN Political Director David Chalian for his insights on what you can expect from the third night of the convention.… -
Trump Tries Birther Lies Again
President Trump is trying to use the same attack he used on Obama against Kamala Harris: Questioning where she was born and claiming that she may not be eligible for the role of Vice President. CNN Correspondent Kristen Holmes breaks this down, as we… -
Unbossed: Shirley Chisholm for President
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, which granted women the right to vote, we are sharing the stories of women who broke barriers in politics. In today’s episode we look back on the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm – the… -
Vote By Mail Funding Held Hostage
New comments in President Trump’s ongoing war with mail-in voting fuels allegations that he is trying to manipulate the postal system for political gain. CNN Correspondent, Kristen Holmes discusses that, plus Trump’s attacks against presumptive Vice … -
Inside the Kamala Harris VP Pick
Why did Biden pick Kamala Harris? Why is she a historic pick? What role will she play during the campaign? CNN Political Director, David Chalian answers those questions and discusses how the Trump campaign is dealing with the new addition to the Bide… -
Biden's Choice: Kamala Harris
The wait is over! Biden picks Kamala Harris as his running mate, the first black woman ever to be chosen for that role. CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses why Harris was the Biden’s campaign's choice. He also discusses how the Trump and B… -
Executive Orders That Don’t Add Up
President Trump signs four executive orders for COVID economic relief, attempting to bypass Congress after he doesn’t get a deal. CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses why those executive orders fall short of what the President promised, and… -
Biden Makes Racial Comment Misstep, Again
Joe Biden walks back, yet again, controversial remarks about African-Americans. Plus, CNN Political Director David Chalian, discusses a contender reemerging in Biden’s Vice Presidential search and Senate Republican’s increasingly difficult battle for… -
Truth to Power
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, which granted women the right to vote, we are sharing the stories of women who broke barriers in politics. In today’s episode we look back on the life and legacy of Sojourner Truth – a fo…