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It's the ninth debate of the 2020 cycle, but it's a unique one. For the first time, former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg takes the stage - and he'll likely take heat from his rivals. Meanwhile, Senator Bernie Sanders is steadily building a commanding lead in the polls. Can the other contenders close the gap? CNN senior Washington correspondent Jeff Zeleny joins CNN political director David Chalian for a deep-dive on the fight for the Democratic nomination. via Knit

Senator Bernie Sanders has an energetic base, strong poll numbers, and now the perfect foil on the debate stage: billionaire Mike Bloomberg. The former New York City Mayor has built an impressive campaign apparatus, but is he clogging up the moderate lane to the Democratic nomination? And how will he perform in his first debate of the 2020 cycle? Plus, warning signs emerge that Nevada, like Iowa, might struggle to execute their caucuses. CNN political director David Chalian talks all things 2020 with CNN political reporter Dan Merica. via Knit

The powerful Nevada Culinary Union has decided to endorse...no one. The unusual move comes as the union works to reject Senator Bernie Sanders' vision for healthcare. CNN Senior National Correspondent Kyung Lah reports from Las Vegas, where she's following Senator Amy Klobuchar. The Minnesota moderate is sharpening her attack on President Trump. Plus, CNN political director David Chalian and CNN senior political analyst Ryan Lizza read between the lines of Attorney General Bill Bar's criticism of the President. And will Democrats win over disaffected Trump voters? via Knit

Senator Bernie Sanders has a loyal following, but can he grow his base of support? CNN Washington Correspondent Ryan Nobles reports on what he's learned following the Sanders campaign across the country. Plus, CNN political director David Chalian and CNN Political Analyst Jackie Kucinich discuss the new level of scrutiny directed at former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg. He has the money to run a successful campaign - but will his record hurt him within communities of color? via Knit

New Hampshire felt the Bern. Senator Bernie Sanders cruised to a victory in the Granite State; Former Mayor Pete Buttigieg and Senator Amy Klobuchar also garnered significant support. But it was a different story for former Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Elizabeth Warren. Are their days as 2020 contenders numbered? CNN political correspondent MJ Lee takes us inside the Warren campaign as the Massachusetts progressive tries to recalibrate her message. CNN political director David Chalian plots each candidates' path forward with CNN political analyst Julie Pace. via Knit

The first votes of the 2020 presidential election are being cast in New Hampshire today. CNN senior writer Zach Wolf connects with CNN political reporter Dan Merica for the latest on the ground in the Granite State. Plus, CNN political commentator Sarah Isgur unpacks the electability argument and explains how the primary schedule benefits campaigns with little name recognition. via Knit

On the eve of the New Hampshire primary, CNN chief political correspondent Dana Bash joins CNN political director David Chalian to discuss the latest developments in the Granite State. Out on the campaign trail, former Vice President Joe Biden is attacking former Mayor Pete Buttigieg's inexperience. But Buttigieg relishes the outsider role. Meanwhile, Amy Klobuchar is looking to capitalize on a strong debate performance. Which moderate will break through? via Knit

What a week! In the wake of a chaotic Iowa caucus the Democratic presidential contenders are fighting for their electoral lives in New Hampshire. CNN political reporter Dan Merica calls in from the Granite state to describe the very latest. Meanwhile, a newly emboldened President Trump can tout a strong economy and a successful fight against impeachment. Democratic strategist Maria Cardona shares her thoughts on the winning message for her party in its fight for the White House. CNN senior writer Zach Wolf hosts. via Knit

President Trump is feeling vindicated...and vindictive. During a remarkable event in the White House East Room, Trump lashed out at rivals and praised steadfast supporters. Meanwhile, confusion continues to overshadow the Iowa caucus results. CNN political director David Chalian explains how a recanvass would work. Plus, CNN chief political correspondent Dana Bash previews tonight's New Hampshire town hall with 2020 longshot Deval Patrick. via Knit

The impeachment saga is over; President Trump has been acquitted. But the intensifying acrimony between Trump and his Democratic rivals was evident at the State of the Union address. He refused to shake the hand of Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. She, in turn, ripped up her copy of his prepared remarks. Now Republican Senator Mitt Romney, who broke the party line Senate trial vote, is drawing the President's scorn. Plus, the Iowa caucus results continue to be shrouded in controversy. Is American democracy broken? CNN senior writer Zach Wolf breaks down a historic week in Washington with CNN political director David Chalian and CNN reporter and producer Marshall Cohen. via Knit

It's a bad look for America. Doubt and confusion dominated the Democratic caucuses in Iowa, giving President Trump a reason to gloat. How will the chaos impact the 2020 leading contenders? Plus, on the eve of his all-but-guaranteed acquittal, Trump will deliver the State of the Union address. Will he mention impeachment? CNN senior writer Zach Wolf makes sense of a jaw-dropping 24 hours with CNN political analyst Julie Pace. via Knit

One vote is a foregone conclusion, the other is a toss-up. As the Senate wraps up the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump - an acquittal is expected on Wednesday - voters in Iowa are preparing to cast the first votes of the 2020 cycle. CNN political director David Chalian and CNN senior writer Zach Wolf discuss the intersection of these consequential events. Plus, CNN political reporter Abby Phillip calls in from Des Moines, where she's been following the Buttigieg campaign, to describe the last-minute efforts to impress voters. via Knit

It's likely going to end how it began - partisan, acrimonious, and with President Donald Trump still in office. Senators Lamar Alexander and Lisa Murkowski both signaled their opposition to witnesses, all but assuring that the Senate trial will wrap up without testimony from key figures like Ambassador John Bolton. How will American voters react? CNN senior writer Zach Wolf - who publishes the impeachment watch newsletter - unpacks the latest impeachment developments with CNN reporter & producer Marshall Cohen and CNN political commentator Sarah Isgur. via Knit

The historic impeachment saga might be over by the end of the week. Republicans are confident they have the votes to block witnesses, paving the way for an acquittal of President Trump. CNN senior writer Zach Wolf examines the latest developments - including Chief Justice John Robert's rejection of a question aimed at exposing the alleged whistleblower - with CNN national security reporter Jeremy Herb and CNN political commentator Amanda Carpenter. Herb explains that GOP Senator Lamar Alexander is the one remaining wildcard and Carpenter predicts that impeachment will lead to a "gutter ball" 2020 election. "The dirty tricks are coming," she warns. via Knit

Donald Trump's impeachment lawyer Alan Dershowitz made a novel and very Trumpian legal argument that the President's personal interest is the national interest when he's up for reelection. CNN senior writer Zach Wolf - who writes the impeachment watch newsletter - delves into the first day of impeachment trial Q&A with CNN legal analyst Michael Zeldin. Plus, CNN congressional reporter Lauren Fox describes the scene at the Capitol and whether John Bolton will be called as a witness. via Knit

President Trump's attorney, Jay Sekulow, presented a 'dire warning' in the final day of opening arguments. He asserted that impeaching Trump would impair "our constitutional republic" for "generations." Now, the focus shifts to the senators as they prepare to submit questions and vote on witnesses. Will new revelations from Ambassador John Bolton's forthcoming book upend the President's glide path toward a speedy acquittal? CNN political director David Chalian discusses the state of play on Capitol Hill with CNN Politics congressional reporter Clare Foran and CNN political commentator Karen Finney. via Knit

He led the effort to impeach President Clinton, but now Ken Starr says 'like war, impeachment is hell.' Starr was one of several members of President Trump's legal team to speak at the Senate trial a day after the New York Times reported on Ambassador John Bolton's forthcoming book. According to the Times, Bolton alleges that Trump explicitly linked security assistance to Ukraine with an investigation into the Bidens. The bombshell revelation intensifies the fight over witnesses. CNN political director David Chalian unpacks the latest impeachment developments with CNN Politics congressional reporter Alex Rogers and CNN legal analyst Shan Wu. via Knit

Now it's the President's turn. After Democratic House managers wrapped up their opening argument Friday night - at one point, calling Trump a 'dictator' - President Trump's legal team took to the Senate floor. They accused Democrats of trying to undermine both the 2016 and 2020 elections. Jay Sekulow, the president's lawyer, underscored the lack of hard evidence, claiming the impeachment charges required the ability to 'read minds.' CNN senior writer Zach Wolf analyzes the latest developments in an increasingly contentious fight. via Knit

It's all about national security. That's the message House managers hammered home on their final day of opening arguments. Their performance has been praised - even by some Republican colleagues - but have they changed any minds? And who are they trying to convince - GOP senators or American voters? Plus, as President Trump's defense team prepares to take center stage, CNN political director David Chalian previews their strategy with CNN legal analyst Jack Quinn and CNN White House correspondent John Harwood. via Knit

The House managers are methodically building their case. Congressman Jerry Nadler took centerstage today and focused on President Trump's alleged abuse of power. He even cited commentary from President Trump defenders like Senator Lindsey Graham and Attorney General Bill Barr. CNN national security reporter Jeremy Herb calls in to provide color on today's session. Plus, CNN political director David Chalian dissects the Democrats case with CNN legal analyst Carrie Cordero. via Knit