This week on a special edition of CNN’s State of the Union, Jake Tapper sits down with former presidential candidate and Republican Senator Mitt Romney as he prepares to leave Washington after nearly two decades in politics. First, Romney reacts to Trump’s reelection and his controversial cabinet nominees, as well as concerns Trump could target him for retribution. Then, Romney reflects on his time in office as a governor, senator, and the Republican presidential nominee. Next, Senator Romney offers his insights on the evolution of the Republican Party and where he thinks the GOP will go from here. Finally, Jake asks Romney about his legacy and how he wants to be remembered.

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On CNN's State of the Union, CNN Chief International Security Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh joins Jake Tapper to bring the latest updates in Syria after rebels toppled the Assad regime. Then, former Trump Defense Secretary Mark Esper talks with Jake about the future of Syria and the Middle East after the stunning developments in Syria. Next, Jake presses Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin about Trump Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth's alleged history with alcohol. After, Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin sits down with Jake to talk about Biden's pardons and Trump's cabinet picks. Finally, Rep. Debbie Dingell and CNN Political Commentators Jamal Simmons, Alyssa Farah Griffin and Scott Jennings join Jake to discuss fears of potential retribution under Trump and Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter.

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On CNN's State of the Union, White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan sits down with Kasie Hunt to talk about the recent Syrian rebel offensive and the newly brokered cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah. Then, Republican Congressman Mike Lawler joins Kasie to discuss Trump's FBI director pick, Kash Patel, and House Republican’s slim majority. Next, Democratic Congressman Jamie Raskin talks with Kasie about the implications of having Patel lead the FBI, as well as the end of the federal January 6 criminal case against Donald Trump. Finally, CNN Political Commentators Brad Todd, Ashley Allison, Kate Bedingfield, and Republican strategist Tiffany Smiley join Kasie to talk about Patel's nomination and Elon Musk's role in Trump's future administration.

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On CNN's State of The Union, Oklahoma Senator James Lankford joins Dana Bash to discuss Trump's controversial cabinet picks, as well as the next steps on immigration in the Senate. Then, Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth talks with Dana about Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth's qualifications, as well as concerns over Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Next, Dana presses Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin over the sexual assault allegation against Hegseth, which Hegseth denies. Finally, CNN political commentators Shermichael Singleton, Karen Finney, Scott Jennings and Jamal Simmons join Dana to talk about potential roadblocks to Trump's cabinet getting confirmed.

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On CNN's State of the Union, House Speaker Mike Johnson joins Jake Tapper to talk about Trump's plans for the border and the House Ethics Committee investigation into Congressman Matt Gaetz, Trump's pick for Attorney General. Then, California Senator-Elect Adam Schiff sits down with Jake to discuss Trump's potential plans for retribution against his political opponents. Next, Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman talks with Jake about Trump's win in Pennsylvania and ongoing fight in the Pennsylvania Senate election between Senator Bob Casey and Republican Dave McCormick. Finally, Arizona Senator-Elect Ruben Gallego joins Jake to talk about what Democrats need to do to win back Latino voters.

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On CNN's State of the Union, Independent Senator Bernie Sanders joins Dana Bash to discuss his criticism that Democrats lost the 2024 election because they abandoned the working class. Then, Dana presses Republican Congressman Jim Jordan about Trump's plans to use the justice system to target political opponents, as well as his pledge to deport millions of undocumented immigrants. Finally, CNN commentators Ashley Allison, Scott Jennings, Jamal Simmons and Brad Todd talk with Dana about what they expect from a future Trump administration and their hopes for the rest of President Biden's term.

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On CNN's State of the Union, Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman sits down with Dana Bash to talk about the final stretch of the presidential campaign and the deadlocked race in Pennsylvania. Then, Dana pushes South Carolina Senator Tim Scott to address Trump's false claims about election fraud and Trump's latest campaign messaging. Finally, CNN Political Commentators David Axelrod, David Urban, Bakari Sellers and Kristen Soltis Anderson talk with Dana about new polls and the push to win over women voters in the final hours before Election Day.

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On CNN's State of the Union, Republican Vice Presidential Nominee JD Vance sits down with Jake Tapper to discuss former Chief of Staff John Kelly's description of Donald Trump as a "fascist" and criticism from other former Trump staffers. Then, former GOP Congresswoman Liz Cheney joins Jake to respond to Vance's interview and to clarify her position on reproductive rights. Finally, Democratic Rep. Brendan Boyle, CNN Senior Political Commentator Scott Jennings, CNN Political Commentator Karen Finney and CNN Political Commentator Kristen Soltis Anderson join Jake to discuss both campaigns’ closing arguments and the latest polling as the presidential election enters the final stretch.

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On CNN's State of the Union, House Speaker Mike Johnson joins Jake Tapper react the Trump's vulgar comments about Arnold Palmer at a Pennsylvania rally and his rhetoric towards Democrats. Next, Independent Senator Bernie Sanders joins Jake to discuss the broad coalition forming behind Harirs and his message to voters concerned about her Gaza policy. Then, Pennsylvania Congresswoman Madeleine Dean, Republican strategists Erin Perrine and Brad Todd, and CNN political commentator Bakari Sellers join Jake to break down the state of the race with 16 days until Election Day. Finally, Jake debunks unsubstantiated right-wing conspiracy theories surrounding this election. 

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On CNN's State of the Union, Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock joins Dana Bash to discuss the state of the race in the battleground state of Georgia amid Democratic concerns over Black voter turnout. Then, Florida Congressman Byron Donalds joins Dana to discuss Trump’s play for Black men. Dana also presses Donalds on whether he will certify the 2024 election results. Next, South Carolina Congressman James Clyburn shares his concerns with Dana over Kamala Harris' efforts to win over Black men. Finally, CNN Senior Political Commentators Scott Jennings and David Urban, CNN Political Commentator Ashley Allison, and Democratic Strategist Doug Thornell join Dana to dig into Harris' polling plateau and the growing gender gap in the electorate.

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