The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer

As today's show begins, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is at five hours and counting in his marathon speech delaying a vote on President Trump's big beautiful bill. But is it too little too late? Plus, we examine today's stronger-than-expected jobs report.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 July 2025

Today's show gets underway just moments before the jury reaches a verdict in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial. Plus, we anaylze the showdown in the House over President Trump's "big beautiful bill."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2025

President Trump visits the massive Florida detention facility dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz." The temporary tent city is already facing escalating backlash. Plus: The "Porky Pig Party." That's what former first bro Elon Musk is calling the GOP as it debates the "big, beautiful bill." Does Trump have the votes to pass it?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2025

Today's show begins as the Senate is in a marathon voting session on President Trump's massive legislative agenda, aka the "Big, Beautiful Bill." Trump's self-imposed deadline on that bill is just four days away. Plus: Officials are now trying to piece together why a man lit a brush fire in Idaho and then opened fire on firefighters, killing two and gravely injuring a third.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2025

As today shows begins we are expecting the Supreme Court to rule on several key cases, including birthright citizenship and the national authority of lower courts. Plus, House lawmakers are getting very classified, sensitive information from US intelligence officials on the airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

Today's show begins immediately follows President Trump's press conference at the NATO summit in the Netherlands just before his return to the United States. Trump insisted that the US "obliterated" Iran's nuclear facilities, despite intelligence suggesting the impact of the bunker buster strikes was limited.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2025

President Trump lashes out at both Israel and Iran for allegedly violating a ceasefire deal he brokered just hours earlier, dropping the F bomb in the process.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

Israel is ramping up strikes on Iran, targeting military headquarter buildings, airports, a prison and the same nuclear facility the US hit less than two days ago. Get details on this and all the day's news on The Situation Room.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

Iran unleashes a new strike in Northern Israel at the same time officials from Iran and European countries are meeting in Geneva. Will any progress be made to end the conflict?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

A source tells CNN that President Trump has reviewed various attack plans for Iran, but he is holding off, at least for now, to see if Tehran will back away from its nuclear program. This, as Israel says a major hospital was struck by Iran and suffered extensive damage.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

As today's show begins, President Trump has just finished dodging questions about possible US strikes on Iran, saying, "No one knows what I'm going to do." But he did say that the Iranians had reached out to him about negotiating but "it's too late."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2025

Warning anyone in Tehran to "immediately evacuate," President Trump leaves the G7 summit early while urging a "real end" to the Israel-Iran conflict. Plus, why he's dismissing his own intel chief, saying, "I don't care what she said." Also, Russia launches a massive attack on Kyiv and dozens of other cities in Ukraine.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

The man suspecting of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses is apprehended after an intensive, two-day manhunt. We tell you what police found in his car, and whether officials think he acted alone. His court appearance happening today.  Plus: In a new wave of attacks, Iran targets an Israeli oil refinery, damaging the power grid, while Israel hits military command centers in Tehran.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

The world is keeping a wary eye on the Middle East after Israel's unprecedented attack on Iran targeting nuclear facilities and top military and scientific leaders. Iran is vowing revenge and has launched over 100 drone strikes against Israel.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

An Air India flight to London with 242 people on board crashes into a residential area only moments after takeoff. Emergency crews are on the scene. We bring you the latest on this tragic breaking news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

Elon Musk now regrets going off on Donald Trump, admitting the vitriolic posts “went too far.” How will the president respond? Plus: We bring you the very latest on the deportation protests in Los Angeles and throughout the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth heads to Capitol Hill today to face questions on the role of the military in the L.A. protests. Meanwhile, the fallout continues after HHS Secretary RFK Jr.'s gutting of the CDC Vaccine Advisory Committee.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

Dozens of people are under arrest as protesters clash with police in Los Angeles. The National Guard is now on the scene after being dispatched by the president, against the wishes of Governor Gavin Newsome, who says his state will sue the federal government over the Trump's move. It's the first time in 60 years a president has sent in troops without a request from the state.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

Two of the world's most powerful men are now battling it out in a very pointed and public feud. It's President Trump versus Elon Musk, and we have late reporting on what could happen next. Plus, unleashing a barrage of drones and missiles, Vladimir Putin launches one of the war's largest air attacks just days after Ukraine brazenly bombed targets inside Russia.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping spoke on the phone today amid an escalating trade war. We bring you all the late-breaking developments. Plus, we look at which nations are being targeted in Trump's latest travel ban, along with one country not on the list that's raising eyebrows.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

Just days after receiving a gold key from the White House, Elon Musk is eviscerating Donald Trump's legislative agenda, calling it a "disgusting abomination." No reaction from the president ... yet. Meanwhile, Trump's 50% tariff on steel and aluminum imports is now in effect. We break down how this will impact you.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

We begin today's show with new, disturbing details about Sunday's fiery attack at a Jewish community event in Boulder, Colorado. Plus, the head of FEMA told staff he previously didn't know the US had an official hurricane season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

The man suspected of using a flamethrower to set people on fire at a Jewish community event in Boulder, Colorado is in custody. We tell you what we've learned about him prior to his first court appearance. Plus, Russian and Ukrainian delegations are meeting in Turkey, but the discussions are clouded by uncertainty.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

A new report shows the chaotic tariff rollout is impacting how much money Americans are spending. Meanwhile, an appeals court reinstates President Trump's global tariffs for now, just as he accuses China of violating its trade agreements with the US.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

A federal court says President Trump overstepped his authority in most of his global tariffs. Meanwhile, Harvard and the Trump Administration will be in a Boston courthouse today battling over the president's move to ban the university from accepting all international students - a process that has already started.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

In a break with Donald Trump, Elon Musk now says he's "disappointed" with the president's legislative agenda. So, what exactly doesn't the world's richest man like about the president's "big, beautiful bill?" Plus: Reality television stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, who went from small-screen fame to federal inmates, are the latest recipients of presidential pardons.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2025

Further escalating his war with Harvard, President Trump now plans on directing all federal agencies to cancel their contracts - estimated at $100 million - with the university. Plus, panic and horror in Liverpool, England after dozens are injured when a car rams through crowds at a victory parade. The latest on the investigation and why police are calling this an "isolated incident."    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

President Trump slams Vladimir Putin, saying his Russian counterpart has "gone absolutely crazy" after major Russian attacks killed dozens in Ukraine over the weekend. The Kremlin fires back, calling Trump's response "emotional overload."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2025

President Donald Trump now says he's recommending a 50% tariff on goods coming in from the European Union, and a 25% tariff on Apple if the tech giant refuses to make iPhones in the United States. Plus, Harvard is now suing the Trump Administration over barring the university from enrolling international students. We have the latest on this escalating battle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2025

As today's show begins we have breaking news of a small plane crashing into a San Diego neighborhood, setting multiple homes on fire. CNN's Polo Sandoval is on the scene. Also on today's show: Two Israeli staffers are gunned down outside a DC museum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

As today's show begins, a key House committee is now in its 10th hour of discussing President Trump's sweeping "big beautiful bill" agenda, with no sign of a deal to get that legislation over the finish line.  Also on today's show: New CNN reporting shows that the US obtained intelligence suggesting Israel is making preparations to potentially hit Iranian nuclear facilities. What does that mean for the Trump Administration's efforts to pursue a diplomatic deal with Iran?    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2025

As today's show begins, President Trump is on Capitol Hill selling his sweeping tax and spending bill to holdouts. But GOP hardliners are digging in. Can he persuade them to support his "big beautiful bill?"  Also on today's show: New CNN reporting reveals the Trump Administration asked Qatar for a plane to use as Air Force One, and that's contrary to the president's own narrative.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

"We have to meet." That's President Trump's message about Vladimir Putin as he heads home from his Middle East trip. Trump says he may call the Russian president after Putin decided not to go to Turkey for peace talks with Ukraine.   Also on today's show: We go one-on-one with New York City Mayor Eric Adams on immigration, his decision to ditch the Democratic party and his new task force to combat antisemitism.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2025

Today, the battle over birthright citizenship heads to the Supreme Court, as the nine justices will hear arguments on President Trump's plans to change how the US has viewed the 14th Amendment for more than a century.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

Cassie Ventura resumes testimony in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial, and we have full coverage and updates from our reporters right inside that courtroom. Plus, President Trump is on the second leg of his Middle East tour after inking truly historic deals with Saudi Arabia and announcing plans to lift sanctions on Syria.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2025

President Trump embarks on the first major international trip of his second term with a visit to Saudi Arabia. We're following the latest as he meets with leaders and works to make deals. Also: A new report shows inflation dropped to its lowest level in four years. What's behind this unexpected and very welcome news? And will this trend hold?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

As today's show begins, President Trump has just confirmed he will sign an executive order today aiming to lower US prescription drug costs.      Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

The first American pope, Pope Leo XIV, celebrates his first mass as pontiff as he encourages the world's 1.4 billion Catholics to go beyond a superficial faith. Meanwhile, President Trump floats an 80% tariff on China, but says he'll leave the negotiations up to his treasury secretary. US and Chinese officials are set to meet tomorrow in Switzerland, as both nations signal that the status quo is unsustainable.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2025

President Trump will soon announce what he calls a major trade deal with the UK. It would be the first trade agreement since the president's sweeping tariffs went into effect. Plus, it's day two of the Conclave. Will the cardinals select a successor to Pope Francis and send white smoke through the Vatican chimney?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

It's a pivotal day for Catholicism and its 1.4 billion followers. Just minutes after today's show begins, 133 cardinals from around the world will solemnly file into the Vatican's Sistine Chapel to begin the secretive conclave, and they will not be seen again until they have elected the next pope. CNN anchor Erin Burnett begins our coverage from St. Peter's Square in Rome.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2025

A ninth day of staff shortages at Newark causes a new ground delay for flights headed to the busy New Jersey airport. Plus, President Trump is scheduled to welcome his Canadian counterpart to the White House Amid an escalating trade war and taunts, will their icy relationship thaw?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

Asked yesterday if he has a duty to uphold the Constitution of the United States of America, President Donald Trump, noting he's "not a lawyer," responded, "I don't know." But he did note that he will "obviously" follow what the Supreme Court rules on his deportation policies.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

The April jobs report shows a resilient market. What does that mean for all those recession fears? Plus, President Trump wants to pull all federal funding for NPR and PBS. We explore the wide-ranging impact that would have on stations throughout the country.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2025

First, we bring you new CNN reporting on White House anxiety for trade agreements as Americans face economic uncertainty. Plus, a stunning new report says President Trump's cost-cutting initiative is responsible for almost half of all layoffs in the United States so far this year. How is that impacting the overall US economy?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

Brand new economic numbers show a sharp slowdown in the first three months of this year. Is it due to President Trump's policies? He says no and blames Joe Biden. Plus: A new CNN poll shows most Americans oppose the president's hardline deportation policies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

The White House is slamming Amazon for reportedly making it clear how you will bear the brunt of President Trump's escalating tariffs. Plus: "Canada will never yield." That's the message from the newly elected Canadian leader to his US counterpart. What Mark Carney is now saying about how he will take on the US after his win.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

First, we bring you the very latest on Russia's latest offer of a ceasefire and whether Ukraine will accept it. Plus, how the Trump Administration is defending the deportation of three American children along with their mothers, including one two-year-old boy who has stage four cancer.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

First, we bring you the very latest on US envoy Steve Witkoff's meeting with Vladimir Putin in Moscow after Russia slammed Ukraine overnight with yet another round of deadly strikes. Meanwhile, in a new interview, President Trump reverses a decade of US policy, saying Crimea, which was illegally annexed by Russia, will stay with Russia. He also claims his campaign promises to end the war in Ukraine on day one were said "in jest."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

President Trump says he's "not happy" after Russia launches a deadly wave of attacks in Ukraine, admonishing Vladimir Putin. What does this mean for peace talks as Trump's top negotiator prepares to meet with the Russian president. Plus, a billionaire backer of Trump's issues a very stark warning.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

As today's show hits the air, the treasury secretary is just about to speak as the Trump Administration signals the steep tariffs may soon be loosening up. Meanwhile, his counterpart in the DOD says his wife wasn't just in that Signal chat. We have new CNN reporting on her near constant presence in his inner circle, even though she doesn't have an official position at the Pentagon.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025