CNN Inside Politics: Trump Praises ABC for Suspending Kimmel Show

First: President Trump is celebrating ABC's decision to take Jimmy Kimmel off the air indefinitely while suggesting other late-night hosts should be next.  Plus: Dana speaks with a Republican congressman calling for the firing of anyone he thinks is celebrating Charlie Kirk's murder.  And: Kamala Harris says she really wanted Pete Buttigieg to be her running mate, but thought it was too risky.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As today's show begins, FBI Director Kash Patel has been fielding questions from members of the Senate Judiciary Committee for nearly three hours now, defending his handling of the investigation into the murder of Charlie Kirk, the Jeffrey Epstein case, and accusations of turmoil at the agency he runs. CNN's Evan Perez is following all of these developments and joins us live.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: President Trump continues to use the Charlie Kirk killing to rally his MAGA base against the left while turning a blind eye to the far right's role in political violence.  Plus: The Trump Administration says it's reached a framework deal with China to keep TikTok running in the US. Does it address the national security threats Trump has previously cited?  And: New York Governor Kathy Hochul is endorsing Zohran Mamdani for Big Apple mayor.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Inside Politics Sunday show, hosted by Raju Charlie, delves into the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, highlighting the United States' escalating political violence and the differing responses from leaders. The script discusses President Trump's aggressive rhetoric blaming the 'radical left' for the violence, contrasted with Utah Governor Spencer Cox's call for calm and moral clarity. Additionally, the show examines Trump's stance on Russia and NATO sanctions, criticized for appearing weak. Democratic Senator John Fetterman provides a critique of his party's current strategies, particularly regarding their handling of crime, immigration, and their response to Trump's administration. The show also previews Trump's upcoming state visit to the UK, emphasizing the ceremonious aspects of the trip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On CNN’s State of the Union, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox joins Dana Bash on the latest in the investigation into Charlie Kirk’s assassination, as well as his appeal to Americans to turn away from political violence. Then, Republican Senator and pastor James Lankford joins Dana to discuss the rise in political violence and what responsibility lawmakers have to lower the temperature. Next, Democratic Rep. Sarah Elfreth, Republican Rep. Kevin Kiley, CNN Political Commentator Ashley Allison, and CNN Senior Political Commentator David Urban break down the path forward for a deeply-divided American. After, the panelists share what’s giving them hope in a dark time. Finally, Dana warns about the impact social media algorithms are having on Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The man police say murdered right-wing activist Charlie Kirk is in custody. 22-year-old Tyler Robinson is described as a high-achieving student from a small Utah suburb with no political party affiliation. Sources tell CNN Robinson's father recognized his son from FBI photos and told him to turn himself in. The father called a youth pastor to assist, and the pastor then called US marshalls.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has shocked American politics. Michigan Senate Majority Whip Mallory McMorrow is now running for U.S. Senate, and she joins us to explore her path forward in a competitive swing state and address the urgent question of how America can break the its pattern of political violence. Producer: Sofía Sánchez Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Executive Producer: Steve Lickteig Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As today's show begins, there's been a critical development in the manhunt for the assassin who gunned down conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The FBI has just released images of a "person of interest" and asked for the public's help in identifying him.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: In a new book, Kamala Harris reveals what she really thought about Joe Biden's reelection gamble, calling it "reckless" and accusing his inner circle of undermining her at every turn.  Plus: In a potential tinderbox moment for Europe, Poland shoots down Russian drones that crossed into its airspace more than a dozen times. The Polish prime minister says his country hasn't been this close to open conflict since World War II.  And: The highest court in the land has dealt Donald Trump a series of winning cards. But will they shuffle the deck when it comes to his sweeping tariffs? The president's desire to reshape the world economy hangs in the balance.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: Israel carries out an attack aimed at Hamas leadership in Qatar, raising serious concerns about negotiations to end the war in Gaza and return the 48 hostages still being held captive.  Plus: The White House advises Americans not to believe their own eyes after the release of the now-infamous crude birthday message to Jeffrey Epstein seemingly signed by Donald Trump.  And: A new update to the annual jobs report shows the US economy added 911,000 fewer jobs in through March than initially estimated.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices