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Each weekday, Dana Bash and a panel of well-sourced reporters bring you the most important political stories of the day. On the weekend, Manu Raju kicks off CNN's Sunday morning political programming with Inside Politics Sunday. Dana and Manu get answers from the people making headlines, explain the political stories that matter, and report on how the news will impact you.

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Deadly Collision on LaGuardia Tarmac CNN Inside Politics
A fatal collision rattles airports already reeling from a DHS shutdown. It happened just after midnight at NYC’s LaGuardia airport, where an Air Canada plane crashed into a fire truck, killing the pilot and copilot. Dozens of passengers were injured, and a flight attendant was found alive this morning outside the aircraft, still strapped to her seat.
Mar 23, 2026
War, Shutdowns, and Democratic Races CNN Inside Politics
Inside Politics Sunday is diving deep into the tense situation in Iran and its implications at home. Don't miss Manu Raju as he breaks down the latest developments with top political analysts.
Mar 22, 2026
Endless Lines at Airports, No End In Sight CNN Inside Politics
If you're planning to fly this weekend, you might want to think about leaving now. Sadly, depending on where you're heading and where you're coming from, that's not a joke, as the DHS shutdown continues to wreak havoc on airports across the country. And there's no sign of progress on a deal to fix it.
Mar 20, 2026
Does GOP have the Votes for War Supplemental? CNN Inside Politics
Today's show begins following the public portion of a meeting between President Trump and his Japanese counterpart. While that was taking place, the big story on Capitol Hill was how much supplemental money the president will ask for to support the war in Iran, and whether Republicans have the votes to approve a request that could be as much as $200 billion.
Mar 19, 2026
Senate Tackles Worldwide Threats CNN Inside Politics
Today’s show begins as the public portion of the “Worldwide Threats” hearing is wrapping up, during which top Trump Administration officials – including the directors of national intelligence, FBI and CIA – testified to the Senate. Concurrently, Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin was trying to convince his colleagues he’s ready to take the reins of the homeland security department. Dana and a terrific group of reporters discuss the sometimes-contentious testimony.
Mar 18, 2026
Trump Blasts NATO Again CNN Inside Politics
Today's show begins following another lengthy Q&A session in the Oval Office, where President Trump met with Ireland's Taoiseach Martin. Noteworthy among several topics upon which the president ruminated was his lambasting of NATO. Our extensive analysis of the president's remarks begins with former United States National Security Council Coordinator for the Middle East Brett McGurk.
Mar 17, 2026
Help Wanted CNN Inside Politics
Today's show begins as President Trump is about to talk to reporters during a Kennedy Center board meeting. His press conference comes as questions mount about the war in Iran, notably the president's new push for allies to help open the Strait of Hormuz.
Mar 16, 2026
The Making of America's Strategy in Iran CNN Inside Politics
Tensions are high as rising gas prices and the conflict with Iran shake global politics. Dive into this week's Inside Politics Sunday for an in-depth analysis from top experts.
Mar 15, 2026
Six Americans Dead in Plane Crash CNN Inside Politics
The US military confirms all six American service members aboard an Air Force refueling plane were killed after crashing in Western Iraq. Officials say they're still investigating, but believe the plane did not come under hostile fire or friendly fire. Meanwhile, after giving conflicting answers on how and when the war in Iran will end, President Trump now says it'll be over when "I feel it in my bones."
Mar 13, 2026
Iran Issues New Threat CNN Inside Politics
Crude oil prices spike as Iran state TV issues a statement purportedly from new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz. He also threatened Iran's neighbors in the Middle East. Our coverage begins with Nick Paton Walsh in Jordan.
Mar 12, 2026
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