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The Arena with Kasie Hunt
Kasie Hunt brings key players into the arena for sharp analysis and panel discussion on the latest news in politics and culture.

Kasie Hunt talks to the panel after most of the candidates backed by President Trump successfully ousted GOP incumbents in Indiana who rebuked his redistricting push. The FBI raids the office of a powerful Virginia Democratic lawmaker who helped push the state's recent high-stakes redistricting effort. President Obama offers his advice for today's Democrats. Rep. Seth Moulton discusses the status of Iran talks. Plus, the panel remembers CNN's founder Ted Turner, who passed today at 87.
May 7, 2026
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel after Secretary Rubio takes questions on the Iran war in the White House briefing room. Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta weighs in. Senate Republicans eye $1 billion for security measures for President Trump's White House ballroom. Rep. Robert Garcia discusses the CA gubernatorial race ahead of tonight's CNN debate. Plus, elections in Indiana and Ohio tonight test the president's endorsement power.
May 6, 2026
New military strikes are testing an already fragile ceasefire as both the United States and Iran launch new attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. We bring you all the latest on the exchange of fire.
May 5, 2026
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel about new polling on Americans' attitudes toward the Iran war. Senator Chuck Schumer speaks with Graham Platner after Gov. Janet Mills drops her Maine Senate bid. Rahm Emanuel weighs in on the Maine race and whether the DNC should release its 2024 autopsy. Thousands of workers rally in the streets for May Day.
May 1, 2026
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel after President Trump claims that gas prices will drop rapidly when the war ends, as the average cost per gallon hits a new high for the year. Democratic Governor Janet Mills drops her bid for Maine Senate, clearing the way to the general election for the progressive political newcomer, Graham Platner. Sen. Chris Van Hollen weighs in. Plus, Secret Service Director Sean Curran says his agent was shot in the chest at point-blank range by the man who rushed through security during Saturday night’s White House Correspondents’ dinner.
May 1, 2026
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel after Secretary Pete Hegseth's contentious hearing on Capitol Hill. Rep. Pat Ryan, who questioned Hegseth, discusses. The Supreme Court limits the reach of the Voting Rights Act in a landmark case that could have repercussions for the 2026 midterms. Rep. Terri Sewell of Alabama reacts. Former FBI Director James Comey surrenders to law enforcement as his lawyers prepare to argue that he faces a vindictive prosecution.
Apr 30, 2026
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel and legal experts about the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey. DOJ officials give an update on the case. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam weighs in.
Apr 29, 2026
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel after officials give updates about the investigation into the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Active shooter expert Katherine Schweit provides analysis. Rep. Jason Crow discusses today's tense political environment. Plus, King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the White House for a state visit.
Apr 28, 2026
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel about the White House's plan to send Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan tomorrow for new direct talks with Iran. Brett McGurk weighs in. The co-hosts of "Hacks on Tap," David Axelrod and Mike Murphy, discuss the GOP's midterm elections prospects. A U.S. soldier who was part of the Nicolas Maduro raid is charged after betting on the operation on an online prediction market. Plus, the DOJ drops a criminal probe of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
Apr 25, 2026
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel after President Trump makes new remarks on the Iran War from the Oval Office. Rep. Sara Jacobs, who represents one of the biggest military communities in the country, reacts. Former Sen. Joe Manchin weighs in on the redistricting wars. Plus, some Republicans voice their opposition to the Trump administration's expected bailout of Spirit Airlines.
Apr 24, 2026






