First: President Trump names another top ally who's pushed for investigations of Trump's perceived enemies to a job where she can do just that, even as the president keeps baselessly accusing his predecessor of weaponizing the judicial system against Republicans.
Plus: The Vatican is turning a page with the first American-born pope now leading the world's 1.4 billion Catholics. Dana talks to a member of the most famous American Catholic family about the decision that sent shockwaves around the globe.
And: Tax hikes have never been part of the Republican playbook. But is President Trump really going to overturn decades of GOP dogma?
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A Divine Decision
First: Cardinals from six continents are sequestered inside the Sistine Chapel for one of history's most sacred and secretive rituals, the Conclave.
Plus: India's retaliatory airstrikes inside Pakistan are causing worldwide anxiety as President Trump attempts to brush aside the escalating hostilities.
And: MAGA world is mobilizing against the Republican senator who says he won't support the president's highly controversial choice to be DC'ss top prosecutor.
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Oh, Canada!
As today's show begins, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is about to pay a visit to the Oval Office. Will sparks fly?
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Trump Downplays Recession Fears
First: President Donald Trump is brushing off concerns his tariff plan could lead to a recession, claiming everything would still be okay in the long term.
Plus: Trump is pushing to reopen Alcatraz prison more than 60 years after it closed. Why?
And: How do you cut $1.5 trillion from the federal budget? Dana speaks to a key member of the House Republican Conference.
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Trump Digs in After a Week of Political and Legal Setbacks
How Will Rubio Balance Two Top National Security Roles?; GOP Amps Up Trump Impeachment Talk in Midterm Battle. Will They or Won't They? Democrats Make 2028 Moves; Conclave to Elect New Pope Set to Begin on Wednesday; GOP Retirements Could Help Democrats Tip Balance of Power.
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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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