On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash sits down with incoming National Security Adviser Michael Waltz to discuss the ceasefire in Gaza and the future of TikTok in the United States. Then, Dana discusses Trump’s plans to take aggressive immigration action as soon as he takes office. Next, former Ambassador and Obama White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel joins Dana to discuss the global challenges facing the new administration and how Democrats should confront Trump in his second term. After, the families of Israeli-American hostages Edan Alexander and Omer Neutra join Dana to reflect on the start of the ceasefire in Gaza and their hopes for an end to the war. Finally, Republican strategist Erin Perinne, CNN Political Commentator Bakari Sellers, and CNN Senior Political Commentators David Urban and David Axelrod join Dana to discuss the road ahead for Democrats as Trump prepares to take office.

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On this week’s State of the Union, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joins CNN’s Jake Tapper to discuss the response to the devastating California wildfires. Then, Republican Sen. Katie Britt joins Jake to discuss her immigration bill, as well as concerns over Trump’s nominee for Attorney General. Next, Jake sits down with National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan to assess the Biden administration’s foreign policy legacy as it prepares to hand the reins to the Trump administration. Finally, CNN Political Commentators Brad Todd, Kate Bedingfield, Kristen Soltis Anderson, and executive director of Georgetown University’s Institute of Politics and Public Service Mo Elleithee join Jake to discuss the feud between Gov. Gavin Newsom and President-elect Trump amid the California wildfires.

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar joins Jake to discuss the certification of Trump’s election win and the legacy of January 6. Then, Republican Sen. Jim Banks joins Jake to discuss how Republicans will get Trump’s agenda through Congress. Next, Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly joins Jake to discuss the New Orleans terror attack and Trump’s national security nominees. Finally, Jake sits down with four new members of Congress – Republicans Rep. Brandon Gill and Rep. Riley Moore and Democrats Rep. Yassamin Ansari and Rep. Adam Gray – to discuss they dynamics they’ll have to navigate in the 119th Congress.

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash sits down with new Democratic Sen. Andy Kim to discuss becoming the first Korean American elected to the Senate, how he plans to navigate a second Trump presidency, and his concerns over the legacy of January 6. Then, outgoing Republican New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu join Dana to reflect on his time in office and the evolution of the GOP under Donald Trump. Finally, CNN political commentators Scott Jennings, Bakari Sellers, Karen Finney, and Kristen Soltis Anderson join Dana to preview what to expect in Trump’s second term and break down Biden’s legacy as his presidency comes to a close.

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash presses Republican Sen. Bill Hagerty over Trump and Elon Musk’s decision to torpedo a bipartisan spending deal and nearly cause a government shutdown. Then, Dana asks Republican Rep. Tim Burchett about Mike Johnson’s future as House Speaker after his handling of the government funding fight. Then, Dana sits down with Democratic Sen. Chris Coons to discuss Biden’s hands-off approach to the shutdown fight and his priorities for the end of his presidency. After, CNN political commentators Bakari Sellers, Scott Jennings, Kristen Soltis Anderson, and Karen Finney breakdown how the shutdown fight previews the potential struggles ahead for Congressional Republicans. Finally, Dana reflects on the life and legacy of 10-year-old pediatric cancer advocate Gabriella Miller.

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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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