State of the Union with Jake Tapper

- Season 1

(2013)

Jake Tapper debuts as the new host of CNN's Sunday morning political interview program.

The US warns if North Korea turns it's threats into actions, Sen. John McCain weighs in. Plus, a look at the gun control laws that nobody loves enough people might embrace. Then, Sen. Marco Rubio looks to the 2016 Presidential campaign.

Today, investigators dig for answers in the chaos while Boston begins moving on. Sen Mo Cowan is our guest. Did the feds miss an early warning about one of the suspects? Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee Mike McCaul weighs in. Other guests include: Sen. Lindsay Graham, Sen. Chuck Grassley and Sen. Chuck Schumer.

The latest on the Boston bombing investigation. Does the left hand know what the right hand is doing on homeland security? A conversation with Sen. Dan Coats and Rep. Adam Schiff.

The latest on the Boston bombing investigation. House Homeland Security Committee member, Peter King (R-NY), tells us what questions he wants answered on the attacks. Plus, the impact of the Boston tragedy on the President's second term agenda with the Senate's number two Democrat, Dick Durbin (D-IL).

The IRS admits that it targeted Tea Party members for scrutiny, Sen. Susan Collins discusses. Former Ambassador Thomas Pickering talks about his take on this week's Benghazi hearings. And, a report shows that there are approximately 25,000 sexual assaults in the military each year.

Today, the President's approval rating holds steady despite the turmoil in this week's news although the GOP is on the warpath for change. Candy talks to Sen. Rand Paul, Dan Pfeiffer, Susan Page, Jessica Yellin, Donna Brazile and Ana Navarro about the IRS.

Today's guests include Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA), Sen. Debbie Stabenow and Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen. Political panel on busy news week and how an improving economy will influence the 2014 midterm elections with Democratic Strategist Paul Begala, Republican Strategist Kevin Madden, The New York Times' Jackie Calmes and The Root's Corey Dade.

Senators Mark Udall and John McCain on the balance between security and privacy. Plus, the search for who gave the order to the IRS to target Tea Party members with Dem. Elijah Cummings. And, is any work getting done in Washington with impact of multiple controversies.

The White House announces it will boost support for rebel groups after Syria crossed a "red line" by using chemical weapons.

Today's show focuses on the Trayvon Martin verdict. Interviews include: President and CEO of the NAACP Ben Jealous, Rep. Chaka Fattah and Rep. Raul Grijalva. Also, Texas Gov. Rick Perry and Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn give their opinions on the verdict.

Today, watching Detroit die. Candy discusses the situation with Treasury Secretary Jack Lew. Also, Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the situation in Egypt. Plus, the GOP searches for itself. Opinions from Rep. Pete King, Chris Plante, Cornell Belcher, Ana Navarro and Paul Begala.

Today: A suspected plot puts American's abroad on alert. Sen. Lindsey Graham weighs in. Then, House intelligence committee member Adam Schiff talks about whether the recent alerts justify the NSA's spying policies. And, Congress takes a month long break leaving nearly every major piece of business undone.

Today: A missing San Diego teenager is found alive despite the odds. A prelude to the showdown in September: do the Republicans vote for Obamacare or risk shutting down the government? Can the President defend the NSA's collection of data on every phone call in America?

Should the U.S. cut its military aid to Egypt?. Insight from former U.S. Ambassador to Egypt Ned walker, Jon Alterman. An new report that the NSA repeatedly broke privacy rules has surfaced. talkkwith Rep. Justin Amash, and Rep. Chris Van Hollen. Is the Republican Party expanding its tent? Our political panel of Grover Norquist, Donna Brazile, Mo Elleithee and Cheri Jacobus.

Congressman Eliot Engel and Republican Congressman Scott Rigell, n on President Obama's plan to seek authorization from Congress to act in Syria. Fformer Centcom Anthony Zinni, Middle East analyst Robin Wright and Jeremy Bash, former Chief of Staff to Leon Panetta. Senator Chris Murphy about U.S. missile strike. Donna Brazil, David Frum, Cornel Belcher and Ross Douthat on Obamacare.

US Intelligence authenticate videos shows victim's of Syria's alleged chemical weapons attack. Will the pictures be enough to sway the public? Candy discusses with Obama's Chief of Staff Denis McDonough. A panel of Congressmen discuss what their voters are saying about the country. And, Dr. Sanjay Gupta with a special report from Lebanon.

Rep. Cathy McMorris Rogers, one of Boehner's top deputies, GOP infighting, and the deal to raise the nation's debt limit.Health insurance exchanges established by the Affordable Care Act.John Barrasso and Howard Dean on the politics and practicality of the law. Our panel includes former White House Chief of Staff John Podesta, Former U.S. Congressman Artur Davis, Ruth Marcus, and Ben Ferguson.

Guest host Gloria Berger has an exclusive talk with Sen. John McCain. Also, CNN's Dana Bash sits down with Texas Sen. Ted Cruz and discusses the government shutdown and his position in the Republican party. Then, a political panel discusses the status of 'The Grand Old Party'.

After the government shutdown and the Obamacare rollout Candy and guests explore the political landscape. Plus, a look back at the 2012 Presidential election. Today's guests include: Sen Kelly Ayote, former Sen. Blanche Lincoln, author David Maraniss and Newt Gingrich.

Senator John Barrasso and Congressman James Clyburn discuss the lasting impact of the Obamacare launch. Netanyahu says Republicans and Democrats alike are calling for tougher sanctions & to preserve sanctions "as they are."

After decades of distrust a diplomatic breakthrough with Iran. Six world powers in powers, including Iran, agree to slow Iran's nuclear weapons program. Candy discusses the new deal with Secretary of State John Kerry and other guests.

Today: The Ukraine fights for Democracy and an execution in North Korea leave many to question the political landscape in that country. Canddy discusses the issue with Sen. John McCain. Then, financial experts Douglas Holtz-Eakin and Peter Orszag give an overview of the new budget agreement.

This week: dozens of Americans trapped inside a troubled Sudan. The first rescue attempt is thwarted by gunmen. Sen. Joe Manchin joins Candy to discuss the NSA and it's balance between security and privacy. And, Candy is joined by two Gen Y's from the Congress, Rep. Aaron Schock and Rep. Tulsi Gabbard.

Today: your job, your healthcare, your money, what 2014 holds for us. Also, Candy talks to Wisc. Sen. Scott Walker about the Republican party finding itself. Then, Joan Biskupic helps decipher the fight between Obamacare vs. The Church as well as The Courts vs. Same-Sex marriage. Plus, a panel discusses the 2014 midterms and more.

Jim Sciutto breaks down the ongoing situation in Syria. John McCain (R-AZ) onPresident Obama's handling of the situation in Syria. Steve Forbes and Austan Goolsbee, former Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers weigh in on the economy. Questioning the debt limit vote and evolution of Hillary Clinton with panelists, Margie Omero, Kevin Madden, and Corey Dade.