The Lead with Jake Tapper next season release date and next episode

Next episode "Episode 143" airs July 21, 2026.

About The Lead with Jake Tapper

CNN's chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, hosts this hourlong weekday afternoon program, which mixes Tapper's interests with headlines from around the country and the world, headlines that span politics, money, sports and popular culture. The Lead with Jake Tapper also concentrates on bringing stories that aren't found on front pages -- buried leads -- to the forefront. Tapper came to CNN from ABC News, where he most recently served as senior White House correspondent.

The Lead with Jake Tapper release and status details

  • Status: Running
  • Network or platform: CNN
  • Country: United States
  • Premiered: 2013-03-18

The Lead with Jake Tapper episode guide

Selected early, recent, and upcoming episodes from the available schedule.

  1. Season 2026, Episode 142: Episode 142 — 2026-07-20
  2. Season 2026, Episode 143: Episode 143 — 2026-07-21
  3. Season 2026, Episode 144: Episode 144 — 2026-07-22
  4. Season 2026, Episode 145: Episode 145 — 2026-07-23
  5. Season 2026, Episode 146: Episode 146 — 2026-07-24
  6. Season 2026, Episode 147: Episode 147 — 2026-07-27
  7. Season 2026, Episode 148: Episode 148 — 2026-07-28

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When is the next episode of The Lead with Jake Tapper?

Next episode "Episode 143" airs July 21, 2026.

When is the next season of The Lead with Jake Tapper?

The Lead with Jake Tapper is currently listed as Running, but a separate next-season premiere date has not been confirmed in the current schedule.

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