CNN Inside Politics: Letitia James Pleads Not Guilty, Deems Charges ‘Revenge’

President Trump is on his way back to Washington after a whirlwind three-country tour of Asia. And he's bringing home a trade deal between the world's largest economic superpowers. We break down whether that trade truce is a benefit or a bust for the American consumer.  But while the president was very busy with red carpets and golden gifts and getting those trade deals, here in the United States there are tens of millions of Americans worrying about putting food on the table if Congress can't reach a deal to fund the government. House Speaker Mike Johnson joins us to discuss the situation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: Global markets are on edge as the leaders of the world's two biggest economies prepare to meet face to face just hours from now. We have new details on the Trump-Xi summit that could contain or combust a crippling trade war.  Plus: Hurricane Melissa is still battering the Caribbean after tearing through communities in Jamaica and Cuba. CNN is live on the ground to show you the storm's heartbreaking trail of destruction.  And: Many fellow Republicans want the GOPcandidate for New York City mayor to drop out to prevent a Democratic Socialist from winning. Dana speaks with Curtis Sliwa about why he thinks he still has a path to Gracie Mansion.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As today's show begins, Hurricane Melissa about to make landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 storm packing winds of 185 miles an hour. It's already one of the most powerful storms on record. Officials have been pleading with Jamaicans to evacuate, with the National Hurricane Center warning "this is your last chance to protect your life." Our coverage begins with CNN meteorologist Derek van Dam live in Kingston, Jamaica.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: The Trump Administration is hyping a potential breakthrough in the crippling trade war between the world's two biggest economies. But the president says nothing is set in stone until his meeting with the Chinese leader this week.  Plus: Hurricane Melissa is just hours away from making a direct hit on Jamaica. We bring you the latest forecast on what's expected to be one of the most powerful storms in history.  And: Progressives and Democratic Socialists are hoping that their candidate can win not just the battle to be the Mayor of New York, but the broader fight for the soul of their party.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the final stretch of early voting with a focus on political controversies and campaigning strategies across key states such as New Jersey, Virginia, and New York. Major political figures including Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Barack Obama are actively campaigning for various candidates. Discussions address Trump's influence in Republican campaigns amid charges of Islamophobia and rising healthcare costs. The script also delves into Trump's economic policies, including tariffs on Canada and an impending high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The government shutdown's impact, particularly on healthcare costs, is analyzed, with Republicans and Democrats deeply divided on negotiation strategies. An interview with Senator David McCormick discusses party positions and the challenges posed by the shutdown and rising living costs. The script concludes with an update on Elon Musk's conflict with Trump administration officials over leadership at NASA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Attorney General Letitia James pled not guilty today to felony charges of bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution. After her first appearance on the defendant's side of the bench, James slammed the Justice Department being used as a tool of “revenge” by President Trump. Our coverage begins with CNN’s Kara Scannell.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On CNN’s State of the Union, former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger joins Jake to discuss his opposition to California’s redistricting push. Then, Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy joins Jake to respond to Trump’s new Canada tariffs and the ongoing stalemate over the government shutdown. Next, CNN Senior Political Commentator Adam Kinzinger and CNN Political Commentators Brad Todd, Xochitl Hinojosa, and Kristen Soltis Anderson break down the potential political fallout from the shutdown, as well as Trump’s shocking demolition of the White House East Wing. Finally, CNN’s Abby Phillip sits down with Jake to discuss her new book on the far-reaching legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Running to be mayor of New York City is a tall order for any Republican given Democratic voters outnumber Republican voters by six to one.  Curtis Sliwa is once again the GOP's standard bearer in America's largest city after losing to Eric Adams four years ago, but this time he is competing against a rising progressive star in the Democratic Party in Zohran Mamdani and the former governor Andrew Cuomo who left office in disgrace four years ago.  And he's doing so while facing enormous pressure to drop out of the race. As the campaign reaches its home stretch, Sliwa tells David Chalian what he’s learned from a lifetime in New York and his two runs for mayor. Producers: Dan Bloom & Sofía Sanchez Technical Director: Dan Dzula Executive Producer: Steve Lickteig Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: President Trump is bulldozing past critics and some preservationists to build an even bigger White house ballroom than originally planned. We have new details on the renovations, which are raising concerns even among some close aides.  Plus: We have breaking news on a historic gambling scheme involving 11 states and tens of millions of dollars, as well as a current NBA player and Hall of Fame coach.  And: "It's a show" is how one administration official is describing the push to hire thousands of ICE agents. That's part of brand new reporting on the president's immigration crackdown that you will hear exclusively on Inside Politics.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: President Trump wants payback ... literally. He's reportedly seeking $230 million from the Justice Department for prosecuting him. We've got brand new reaction from the House speaker.  Plus: Why are public figures suddenly dealing with Nazi-related skeletons not so deep in their closets? We break down how it's impacting the White House.  And: You'll hear from furloughed federal workers lining up at food banks struggling to pay their bills, while politicians in Washington can't even agree on when or whether to negotiate a way out of the shutdown.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices