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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.

Trump Allies Plot a New Midterm Push The Arena with Kasie Hunt
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel following Democrats' Virginia redistricting win and what it means for the parties' midterm strategies. The White House says President Trump has not set "a firm deadline" for an Iranian proposal. Ret. Admiral James Stavridis discusses. Rep. Cory Mills tells CNN he won't resign amid an ethics probe.
Apr 23, 2026
Trump to Extend Ceasefire with Iran Until Negotiations Conclude The Arena with Kasie Hunt
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel after President Trump announced that he will extend a ceasefire with Iran until negotiations conclude. Ambassador Richard Haass reacts. Senator John Kennedy discusses the confirmation hearing for Trump's Fed Chair nominee and what may be next for Trump's Cabinet after the resignation of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer. Plus, the four living former presidents share a message of hope about the future of America.
Apr 22, 2026
New U.S.-Iran Talks Planned The Arena with Kasie Hunt
Kasie Hunt talks to Ret. Admiral James Stavridis, as Vice President Vance prepares to lead a second round of U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan this week. The panel discusses Wall Street Journal reporting that President Trump is grappling with his own fears about the Iran war. The House Ethics Committee is asking anyone who has experienced sexual misconduct on Capitol Hill to report it to the panel. FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million over a story about alleged heavy drinking and unexplained absences. Plus, Apple CEO Tim Cook announces he's stepping down as CEO after more than a decade.
Apr 21, 2026
Trump to Rally MAGA Base as Some in Coalition Oppose Iran War The Arena with Kasie Hunt
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel as President Trump says he expects an Iran deal "in a day or two" and heads to a Turning Point event to sell his achievements to a stressed MAGA coalition. Former CIA Director Gen. David Petraeus weighs in on where Iran talks may be going. Sen. John Fetterman discusses why he broke with the majority of his party in two recent votes--one on Israel and one on Trump's war powers.
Apr 18, 2026
Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Set to Take Effect as Trump Hints at Weekend Iran Talks The Arena with Kasie Hunt
Kasie Hunt talks to Brett McGurk, a former Middle East advisor to four presidents, as the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire is set to take effect. The panel discusses the president's ongoing feud with the pope and new reporting that Republicans are increasingly anxious about the party's prospects in the 2026 midterms. Former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino joins after the Artemis II crew discusses their historic mission in space. Plus, President Trump is now quizzing people on JD Vance's performance during the Iran talks.
Apr 17, 2026
Iran Vows Retaliation Over Blockade as U.S. Mulls More Talks The Arena with Kasie Hunt
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel as the U.S. mulls a new round of talks with Iran. Ret. Admiral James Stavridis discusses. Rep. Ro Khanna discusses the rumors he heard about Rep. Eric Swalwell on Capitol Hill. Plus, Pope Leo says the "world needs to hear" a message of peace amid his ongoing feud with President Trump over the Iran war.
Apr 16, 2026
Reps. Swalwell & Gonzales Officially Resign from Congress The Arena with Kasie Hunt
Kasie Hunt and the panel react to the official resignations of Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales from Congress. President Trump hints at the possibility of another round of in-person talks between Iran and the United States. Bishop Mariann Budde discusses the president's controversial Jesus post and his feud with the Pope.
Apr 15, 2026
Trump Officials Internally Discussing a Possible Second in-person Meeting with Iranians The Arena with Kasie Hunt
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel hours into the U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Ambassador Richard Haass weighs in. President Trump says he thought the image he shared depicting him as Jesus was "me as a doctor." Plus, the House Ethics Committee opens an investigation into Rep. Eric Swalwell over sexual misconduct allegations.
Apr 14, 2026
Trump Issues New Warning to Iran The Arena with Kasie Hunt
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel about the weekend's Iran talks in Pakistan after President Trump warned that Tehran has "no cards" other than the Strait of Hormuz. The top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, Rep. Robert Garcia, reacts to Melania Trump's Epstein statement. The crew of the Artemis II moon mission will soon begin its critical reentry into Earth's atmosphere. Plus, Kamala Harris makes her most open public remarks to date about her political future.
Apr 11, 2026
Melania Trump Denies Relationship with Epstein, Maxwell The Arena with Kasie Hunt
Kasie Hunt talks to the panel after First Lady Melania Trump made an on-camera statement from the White House in which she blasted "lies" linking her to Jeffrey Epstein. House Oversight Democrat Rep. Suhas Subramanyam reacts. The top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, Rep. Adam Smith, discusses the state of the Iran ceasefire. Plus, President Trump expresses new anger at MAGA allies who have recently criticized the Iran war.
Apr 10, 2026
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