CNN Political Briefing

A new poll from CNN/SSRS spells bad news for President Joe Biden and Democrats. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down just how badly people are feeling about the economy and inflation. Demo...

18 Jul 20229min

After taking a break post-stroke, John Fetterman is back on the campaign trail - and the Pennsylvania Senate race is heating up. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how Fetterman's supporter...

15 Jul 20229min

One thing seems to be clear: former President Donald Trump will run for office again. The question now is when will he announce? CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the divide inside the ...

14 Jul 20229min

A key inflation measure out today confirms inflation is still on the rise, when the White House and the Federal Reserve want to see the opposite. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the l...

13 Jul 20229min

In its seventh public hearing today, the January 6 House select committee zeroed in on the alleged direct connection between former President Donald Trump and far-right, extremist groups as the mob ga...

12 Jul 202215min

Recent polling show Americans are worried about the country’s direction – and that could spell trouble for Democrats in both the midterm elections and in 2024. CNN Political Director David Chalian exp...

11 Jul 20229min

President Joe Biden signed an executive order today aimed at protecting abortion rights, but recognizes there's more to be done. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains the executive order, and ...

8 Jul 20229min

As the White House and Democrats in Congress gear up for midterms in November, many in the party fear the West Wing's lack of urgency and authority will make their midterms problems worse than they al...

7 Jul 20229min