The Lead with Jake Tapper

CNN's chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, hosts this hourlong weekday afternoon program, which mixes Tapper's interests with headlines from around the country and the world, headlines that span politics, money, sports and popular culture. "The Lead" also concentrates on bringing stories that aren't found on front pages -- buried leads -- to the forefront.

Rank #1: House Judiciary Committee holds first impeachment hearing; Constitutional law experts called by Dems hammer Trump's conduct, testify he abused his power.
Constitutional experts testify at Judiciary impeachment hearing via Knit

Rank #2: AG Barr working with heads of CIA, FBI & DNI in reviewing origins of 2016 Russia probe; Biden responds to critics: "I've never been middle of the road" on climate change; Putin praises Mueller, says report proves no collusion claim.
Trump: I didn't ask Barr to investigate origins of Russia probe; FBI's former top lawyer: no spying occurred on Trump campaign; MT gov. Steve Bullock enters race as Biden fights to keep frontrunner status among 22 candidates; Biden: 1994 crime bill did not lead to mass incarceration; House Intel Committee investigating whether attorneys representing Trump and family separation obstructed investigation; Judge deciding if Pres Trump can block Democratic subpoena demanding his financial records; Putin praises Mueller, says report proves no collusion claim; Putin, Pompeo meet as both countries call to improved ties; NYT: White House reviews plan that would send 120,000 U.S. troops to the Middle East; Sen. Graham: Donald Trump Jr. should ignore subpoena; New book explores how "the old guard" honors fallen heroes; Uber driver denies charges of extra-judicial killings, torture during his time as a colonel in Somalia; Uber driver accused of torturing Somalians in 1980s via Knit

Hardball with Chris Matthews

Join Chris Matthews each weeknight for a spirited hour of political analysis and debate with prominent politicians, newsmakers, and cultural icons. Matthews asks his guests the tough questions, and never backs down, in a relentless pursuit of the truth.

Rank #1: John Kerry: ‘Earth isn’t winning’ in battle against climate change.
In the United States, there is a new coalition of former presidents, military generals, and celebrities who will begin holding town hall meetings across the country urging Americans to combat climate change. The group is called "World War Zero." One of the founders of that group and Fmr. Secretary of State John Kerry says that, "America has an extraordinary record of breaking through, of setting the pace, of being first, and that's what we have to do right now. But we don't have the leadership calling us to that challenge."

Rank #2: House Judiciary holds last scheduled public hearings before House enters articles of impeachment.
The House Judiciary Committee held the last scheduled public hearing before entering articles of impeachment. After years of President Trump accusing the intelligence community of “spying” on him, the Dept. of Justice’s Inspector General, Michael Horowitz, found no evidence of “political bias or improper motivation” in an investigation of President Trump’s campaign. The Washington Post reports that AG William Barr has told Trump that Rudy Giuliani is a liability. And more than 2,000 pages of government documents show that the U.S. has failed to build a counter-force to the Taliban and that stable areas of Afghanistan won’t outlast the on-the-ground presence of American troops.

State of the Union with Jake Tapper

Hosted by CNN's Jake Tapper, State of the Union features interviews with top newsmakers on politics and policy - covering Washington, the country and the world.

Rank #1: Interview with White House counselor Kellyanne Conway; Interview with House Democratic Whip Jim Clyburn; Interview with 2020 presidential candidate Andrew Yang and his wife, Evelyn..
First, Dana sits down with White House counselor Kellyanne Conway to talk about the President's request that Ukraine investigate former Vice President Joe Biden and his son Hunter, testimony from administration officials indicating a quid pro quo over military aid, and new Mueller memos showing former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort pushed a conspiracy theory about Ukraine during the 2016 election. Then, Dana talks with House Democratic Whip Jim Clyburn about the impeachment inquiry in the House and the 2020 presidential primary in South Carolina. Next, Dana's interview with 2020 presidential candidate Andrew Yang, and his wife, Evelyn, in Des Moines, Iowa, on Medicare for All and why his unconventional campaign is catching on. Finally, our panel of Democratic Rep. Robin Kelly, former Gov. Terry McAuliffe, Scott Jennings and Mary Katherine Ham talk about the latest news in the 2020 primary race. via Knit

Rank #2: Interview with Secretary of Defense Mark Esper on the U.S. raid to kill ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi; Interview with Democratic Senator Chris Murphy on the Baghdadi raid and the impeachment inquiry; Interview with former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McC.
First, Jake sits down with the Secretary of Defense, Mark Esper, to discuss the details of the daring U.S. Special Forces raid to kill ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. Then, Jake talks with Democratic Senator Chris Murphy about Baghdadi and Ukraine, as he recounts his meeting with the Ukrainian President in September. Next, Jake breaks down the Presidents statement on Baghdadi and the raids national security implications with former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe and Former Pentagon Spokesman Admiral John Kirby. Then, our panel of Rep. Mark Waltz, Neera Tanden, Bill Kristol, and Susan Glasser discuss the latest developments in the impeachment case. Finally, Jake looks at the career of service of Ambassador Bill Taylor in light of the attacks he faces from the Trump administration. via Knit

The 11th Hour with Brian Williams

Join Brian Williams as he delivers the latest updates on evolving news stories and places the major political events of the day into context.

Rank #1: Bonus Episode: Edward Snowden's full interview on Trump, privacy, democracy & more.
On the even of his memoir 'Permanent Record' being published, NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden talked at length from Moscow with MSNBC's Brian Williams in an exclusive interview. Here is their full discussion, including portions of the interview that did not air on The 11th Hour because of time constraints. This is their discussion in its entirety in podcast form, edited down slightly for clarity.

Rank #2: Day 1,055: AG Barr defends Trump as Dems reveal articles of impeachment.
The president's loyal attorney general is defending him as Democrats reveal two impeachment articles and say Trump should be removed from office. We talk to Carol Leonnig, Michael Schmit, Jeremy Bash, Frank Figliuzzi, Paul Butler, Jason Johnson, Bill Kristol, and Samantha Power.

The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer

The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer: The command center for breaking news, politics and extraordinary reports from around the world. The Situation Room airs weekdays 5p-7p eastern on CNN. In this podcast you will get the 6p-7p hour Monday through Friday. CNN.com/TheSituationRoom

Rank #1: Two dead in London bridge terror attack; Source: London police identify terror suspect; Trump team debating whether White House participation in impeachment is "worth it".
White House faces new deadline on impeachment; Terror suspect dead after London stabbing spree; At least three injured in Netherlands stabbing; Admin official: Don't expect Trump to participate in Wednesday impeachment hearing; Ukrainian officials trying to improve standing with Trump amid impeachment inquiry fallout; Trump allies fuel Ukraine conspiracies; Police: Attacker wore hoax explosive device; Booker Super Pac launches attack on Buttigieg; Powerful storm could disrupt travel for millions via Knit

Rank #2: House Judiciary approves subpoena for full Mueller Report; Source: FBI investigating security breach at Trump's Mar-a-lago Resort, looking for possible espionage; Actresses Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin make court appearances in college entrance scan.
Oversight Chairman: Will subpoena Trump's former accounting firm to obtain financial documents; Trump flip-flops on health care and immigration, makes false claims as he tries to get the story straight; Biden: "Social norms are changing," says he'll be "more mindful about respecting personal space"; Biden responds to women who say he made them uncomfortable; Trump falsely claims his father was born in Germany, windmills cause cancer, 2018 midterms were rigged via Knit

The Beat with Ari Melber

Ari Melber delivers the biggest political and news stories of the day, with interviews and original reporting from around the nation. An Emmy-winning journalist, attorney and former Senate staffer, Melber cuts through the spin and the noise to tell you what's really happening. Real news, every night. 

Rank #1: Bonus episode: Full interview with Mueller witness Jerome Corsi.
In this week's bonus episode, listen to Ari Melber's entire blockbuster interview with Jerome Corsi, a key witness in the Mueller probe and an associate of Roger Stone. Corsi admits to Melber that he lied to Congress, that he tried to get stolen Clinton emails back to the Trump campaign in 2016, that he “absolutely” intended to help the Trump campaign by doing so, that he told Roger Stone about John Podesta’s emails and that his lawyers are still communicating with Trump’s legal team “as if” there is a joint legal defense. Ari Melber also presses Corsi on being a leader of the “birther movement” which Ari describes as a “total and complete lie” and asks him whether he is auditioning for a Trump pardon by bringing the subject of pardons up during the interview.

Rank #2: Bonus episode: Trump gets destroyed over broken promise that Mexico would fund wall..
In this weekend bonus episode, listen to Ari Melber break down how Trump is violating his own campaign promise by shutting down the Government over border wall funding. Melber walks through how Trump promised that Mexico would pay for the wall and is now breaking his pledge and trying to pass on the bill to U.S. taxpayers. Melber also walks through how Trump’s entire career was built on selling the hoax of “something for nothing” and this same pattern is now being politicized through the border wall funding battle.

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Drawing upon his experience as a former chief of staff on the Senate Finance Committee and as an Emmy-winning executive producer and writer of ‘The West Wing,’ Lawrence O’Donnell examines the compelling and impactful political stories of the day. Join him every weeknight.

Rank #1: House Judiciary Committee approves articles of impeachment .
Tonight on The Last Word: The House Judiciary Committee votes to approve two articles of impeachment against President Trump. Also, Norm Ornstein and Joyce Vance return to discuss Mitch McConnell’s coordination with the White House on Trump’s Senate impeachment trial defense. Plus, Rudy Giuliani meets with Trump after seeking dirt and pushing conspiracy theories in Ukraine. Dave Levinthal joins Ari to talk about the ongoing investigation into the hold-up of military aid to Ukraine. And Rep. Debbie Dingell discusses the politics of impeachment. Rep. Karen Bass, David Corn, Maria Teresa Kumar, and Clyde Haberman also join Ari Melber.

Rank #2: House Judiciary Committee debates Trump articles of impeachment.
Tonight on The Last Word: The House Judiciary Committee meets to mark up the two articles of impeachment against President Trump. Also, Rep. Jim Himes talks to Lawrence about the possible Senate impeachment trial and how Republican senators are considering not calling any witnesses. Plus, Sen. Amy Klobuchar returns to discuss Justice Department Inspector General Michael Horowitz testifying before Congress about his report on the Trump campaign probe. And Rep. Pramila Jayapal explains the importance of Congress standing up for the country’s democracy. Jill Wine-Banks, Barbara McQuade, Ronald Klain, and Lisa Graves also join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Deadline: White House

Drawing on years of experience as communications chief for President George W. Bush and senior advisor for the McCain-Palin campaign, Nicolle Wallace provides political insight and clarity on where the decision-makers stand on complex issues. Join her for analysis and discussion with the key newsmakers every weekday.

Rank #1: "What a world we're living in".
Nicolle Wallace discusses the House Judiciary Committee readying to debate the impeachment articles against Donald Trump. Plus, revelations from the DOJ Inspector General's testimony on Capitol Hill about the Russia investigation, the White House and Russia have conflicting stories about a meeting between Trump and the Russian foreign minister, and new polling shows Trump trailing six 2020 Democrats in hypothetical match-ups.Joined by: former assistant director for counterintelligence at the FBI Frank Figliuzzi, former chief spokesman for the Department of Justice Matt Miller, Politico senior writer Jake Sherman, Associated Press reporter Jonathan Lemire, Ashley Parker and Eugene Robinson from the Washington Post, and former White House and State Department aide Elise Jordan

Rank #2: "It's a frankly fairly disingenuous game at this point".
Nicolle Wallace discusses House Democrats announcing articles of impeachment against Donald Trump. Plus, Trump and his defenders try to undermine the report from the Justice Department's inspector general on the Russia investigation, and Trump meets with a Russian official in the Oval Office.Joined by: MSNBC Correspondent Garrett Haake, Washington Post White House bureau chief Phil Rucker, former senior FBI official Chuck Rosenberg, NBC News correspondent Carol Lee, former RNC chairman Michael Steele, former Department of Justice Inspector General Michael Bromwich, and national security reporter for the Washington Post Devlin Barrett

Inside Politics

John King and his panel of well-sourced reporters bring you their latest scoops on the most important political stories of the day. A reporter with three decades of experience covering the White House, Congress and the campaign trail, King has interviewed presidents, politicians and voters. He explains what political stories matter, and why they matter to you.

Rank #1: Tuesday, December 3, 2019: A Contentious, Controversial Day on the World Stage for Trump.
IT IS A CONTENTIOUS, CONTROVERSIAL DAY ON THE WORLD STAGE FOR PRESIDENT TRUMP -- ON ISSUES RANGING FROM TRADE AND IMPEACHMENT TO ISIS, RUSSIA AND CLIMATE CHANGE.THE NATO ALLIANCE MEETING IN LONDON CONTINUES THIS HOUR -- AND AS U-S FINANCIAL MARKETS REEL FROM THE PRESIDENT'S COMMENTS ON CHINA.RAW WORDS ABOUT THE IMPEACHMENT PROCESS AND ITS DEMOCRATIC LEADERS DURING A MEETING WITH CANADA'S PRIME MINISTER, JUSTIN TRUDEAU.A REMARKABLE LIVE SESSION WITH THE FRENCH PRESIDENT, EMMANUEL MACRON. THE TWO PRESIDENTS SAT SIDE BY SIDE, ON CAMERA -- FOR 39 MINUTES.... MOSTLY POLITE -- BUT SPARRING ON NEARLY EVERY TOPIC THAT CAME UP.TRADE. TURKEY. RUSSIA. ISIS. THE EXCHANGE -- UNDERSCORING HOW AT ODDS THE PRESIDENT'S WORLDVIEW IS EVEN WITH THOSE WHO ARE TRADITIONALLY THE CLOSEST OF U-S ALLIES AND FORMER VICE PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN WITH SOME TOUGH WORDS FOR RIVAL PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES ELIZABETH WARREN AND PETE BUTTIGIEG. via Knit

Rank #2: Sunday, December 1, 2019: Critical Days Ahead for Impeachment Inquiry.
Impeachment enters a critical new phase, as Democrats claim they have the upper hand - and the president calls it a scam.Plus - Joe Biden's Iowa campaign shifts into high gear, with a message for his 2020 rivals: he's not going anywhere.And Elizabeth Warren's summer surge gives way to a winter reckoning. Nia-Malika Henderson in the anchor chair.Today's panel: Lisa Lerer of the New York Times, Axios' Margaret Talev, and the Washington Post's Seung Min Kim and Dan Balz. Plus CNN military and diplomatic analyst retired Rear Adm. John Kirby. via Knit

AM Joy

Every weekend on AM Joy, award-winning journalist and author Joy Reid passionately tackles the most important political and news topics of the week, exploring how policy decisions are shaping the country, while also bringing viewers in-depth interviews with leading newsmakers.

Rank #1: Rep. Ihan Omar: Republicans are making a mockery of Constitution.
The Donald Trump impeachment process, the likely Senate trial, and the senators who have made statements favoring the president, are discussed with Rep. Ihan Omar, who tells Joy Reid, ‘These are leaders within the Senate who are abdicating their responsibility and their oath.’ Then: As William Barr diminished the findings of the inspector general that the initiation of the Russia probe was not politically motivated, the Steele Dossier, which the IG stated did not influence the probe’s launch, has come back into the spotlight. Fusion GPS co-founders Glenn Simpson and Peter Fritsch, whose company commissioned the Steele dossier, discuss the reporting of Christopher Steele in that dossier, and their new book, ‘Crime in Progress: Inside the Steele Dossier and the Fusion GPS Investigation of Donald Trump.’ Plus: The Trump impeachment process, the behavior of Lindsey Graham, and more are discussed with Rep. Maxine Waters, who tells Joy that the American people, ‘are about to see McConnell and the Republicans run over the Constitution.’ And: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is being celebrated for her leadership during the impeachment process. Democratic strategist Christine Pelosi, daughter of the speaker, joins Joy Reid to discuss this, plus her new book, ‘The Nancy Pelosi Way: Advice on Success, Leadership, and Politics from America’s Most Powerful Woman.’ All this and more in this Sunday edition of AM JOY on MSNBC.

Rank #2: Rep. Joaquin Castro: We can’t okay presidential abuse of power.
Donald Trump has become the fourth president to face impeachment hearings, and will likely soon be the third to be impeached by the House. Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-TX) joins Joy Reid to discuss. Then: Trump appears to have the full support of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, leading many to believe that an impeachment trial in the Senate would never result in a conviction. Laurence Tribe, constitutional scholar and author of, ‘To End a Presidency,’ joins Joy to discuss, saying, ‘I do think the Democrats should press hard to make this a real trial.’ Plus: The Trump impeachment hearings have featured loud, accusatory outbursts by Republicans defending the president. USA Today columnist Kurt Bardella joins Joy suggesting that, ‘Democrats need to start fighting fire with fire.’ Next: Trump’s Attorney General William Barr has publicly disputed the findings of the inspector general that the opening of the Russia investigation was legitimate and that there was no spying on the Trump campaign. What will be the implications for potential whistleblowers? Finally: Trump’s impeachment proceedings and related events have in lot in common with Andrew Johnson’s impeachment, according to Michael Harriot, senior writer at TheRoot.com. He joins Joy to discuss. All this and more in this Saturday edition of AM JOY on MSNBC.

Reliable Sources with Brian Stelter

Reliable Sources examines how journalists do their jobs and how the media affect the stories they cover in this weekly CNN program. Full video episodes available in the iTunes store.

Rank #1: Whatever happened to Tucker Carlson? This reporter asked him..
Lyz Lenz wrote "The Mystery of Tucker Carlson" for the Columbia Journalism Review. She says Carlson's journey from an acclaimed magazine writer to an angry cable news host reveals something about race, class, and economic status in America. Lenz and Brian Stelter discuss Carlson's anti-immigration segments, his "censorship" crusades and his embrace of "change the subject conservatism." via Knit

Rank #2: Stelter: When will the public get answers?; Bernstein's latest on Trump-Putin relationship; Trump's defense strategy: Phone a Fox friend; What has Bill Shine done as WH comms chief?; Should networks air Trump's speeches live?; Sizing up the shutdown news .
Stelter: When will the public get answers?; Bernstein's latest on Trump-Putin relationship; Trump's defense strategy: Phone a Fox friend; What has Bill Shine done as WH comms chief?; Should networks air Trump's speeches live?; Sizing up the shutdown news coverage; 'Glass cliff' for women in the news business; What's next for Megyn Kelly? via Knit

This Week with George Stephanopoulos

ABC News' Sunday morning discussion program, featuring newsmaker interviews, panel discussions and debates on a wide range of global issues and commentary. Brought to you by George Stephanopoulos and the ABC News team.

Rank #1: Full Episode: Sunday, November 3, 2019.
George goes one-on-one with Democratic Presidential Candidate Mayor Pete Buttigieg. Plus, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Rep. Eliot Engel and House Republican Whip Rep. Steve Scalise discuss the latest on the impeachment inquiry.

Rank #2: Full Episode: Sunday, December 8, 2019.
Democrat Rep. Zoe Lofgren and Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz, join George, plus, Sen. Cory Booker discusses the latest in the 2020 presidential race and the Powerhouse Roundtable debates all the week's politics.

All In with Chris Hayes

The biggest news and political stories of the day with a commitment to in-depth reporting that consistently seeks to hold our leaders accountable.

Rank #1: FULL UNEDITED INTERVIEW with Apple CEO Tim Cook.
Listen to Chris Hayes' and Kara Swisher's complete interview with Tim Cook from the MSNBC & Recode "Revolution: Apple Changing the World" town hall event. Cook sounds off on the future of education and technology, privacy and your data, the NRA, and much more. (Check out video clips from the program at MSNBC.com/Revolution)

Rank #2: Dems agree to support North America trade deal.
Tonight: the articles of impeachment have been unveiled, but what happens next? Then, As Russians officials visit the White House, why the President and his lawyer continue to push the Ukraine conspiracy. Plus, how Donald Trump's Attorney General is trying to gaslight America.

Erin Burnett OutFront

Erin Burnet OutFront: Out in the field. In front of the headlines. A courageous and unconventional nightly news program.

Rank #1: White House faces new deadline on impeachment; Sources: Ukraine officials want to improve standing with Trump, could still announce new investigations; Sources: Attacker who killed two on London bridge was previously jailed on terror offenses.
House Dems give Trump one week to say if his lawyers will take part in impeachment hearings; White House faces new deadline on impeachment; NYT report reveals discord, finger-pointing in Harris campaign; NYT: Staffers detail unraveling inside Harris campaign; Harris aide resigns in scathing letter about campaign; Surprising support for Sanders deep in Trump country via Knit

Rank #2: Intelligence committee's impeachment report released; Democrats to announce witnesses in next public hearing; House Judiciary committee holding mock hearing tomorrow ahead of first public impeachment hearing; GOP ignores witness testimony, issues report.
House Judiciary Committee holding mock hearing tomorrow ahead of first public impeachment hearing; House Democratic leaders officially announce no recess the week before Christmas; Impeachment vote expected; Lawyer: Giuliani associate wants to comply with House subpoena; GOP ignores witness testimony, issues report saying Trump did nothing wrong on Ukraine; Ex-FBI lawyer Lisa Page, a frequent Trump target, breaks her silence: "I decided to take my power back."; Joe Biden: I named my Iowa bus tour "No malarkey because the other guy is all lies."; Jimmy Carter back in the hospital days after being released via Knit

Kasie DC

Every Sunday night on Kasie DC, NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Kasie Hunt brings exclusive reporting, newsmaking interviews and sharp conversation -- taking viewers inside the corridors of power in Washington to help unlock the week ahead.

Rank #1: It’s The Most Washington Time of Year: Congress Scrambles as Impeachment Nears.
Congress has a long to-do list to tackle, including striking a deal to avert a government shutdown, as Democrats prepare to present articles of impeachment against President Trump.

Rank #2: White House Swipes Left on Judiciary Committee’s Invitation.
The White House declines Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler’s offer for the president or his lawyers to participate in its first impeachment hearing.