Jeff Zeleny
Jeff Zeleny is a prominent political correspondent and senior political editor for CNN. Known for his insightful analysis and in-depth reporting, Zeleny has covered several presidential campaigns and major political events over the years. He has a reputation for providing a balanced perspective on complex political issues, and his reporting often focuses on the implications of political decisions on the public. Recently, he was in the news discussing former President Donald Trump's changing stance on Ukraine, highlighting the shift from suspicion to hostility in Trump's rhetoric.
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CNN’s Jeff Zeleny asks Georgia voters who supported President Donald Trump in 2024 how they view his presidency one year into his second term.
Trump: ‘I don’t care about the Nobel Prize’United States· 2026-01-20
CNN’s Jeff Zeleny asks Georgia voters who supported President Donald Trump in 2024 how they view his presidency one year into his second term.
This farmer voted for Trump in 2024, he’s strugglingUnited States· 2026-01-20Georgia voters weigh in on the first year of President Trump’s second term.
‘Dumbest decision’: Sen. Gallego slams Trump’s push to acquire GreenlandUnited States· 2026-01-18
CNN’s Jeff Zeleny looks at eight Republicans who have challenged President Donald Trump in 2025.
Trump reveals new ‘Golden Fleet’ of battleshipsUnited States· 2025-12-23
CNN’s Jeff Zeleny explains why a federal court's ruling presents a major setback for President Donald Trump and Republicans.
Past vice presidents make rare appearance together at Cheney’s funeralUnited States· 2025-11-20
CNN’s Jeff Zeleny explains why this presents a major setback for President Donald Trump and Republicans.
‘My son is a fan’: Trump praises Saudi League Star RonaldoUnited States· 2025-11-20
CNN’s Jeff Zeleny explains why the federal court's decision presents a major setback for President Donald Trump.
Who was at the White House dinner?United States· 2025-11-20
CNN’s Jeff Zeleny explains why the federal court's decision presents a major setback for President Donald Trump and Republicans.
Melania Trump and Usha Vance team up on first trip together without husbandsUnited States· 2025-11-20Jeff Zeleny reports on a meeting between top Trump administration officials and a key GOP lawmaker about an effort in the US House to force a vote on releasing Justice Department case files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
White House ramps up pressure on Republicans to stop Epstein voteUnited States· 2025-11-13
CNN's Jeff Zeleny analyzes how Abigail Spanberger won the race for governor in Virginia.
Spanberger’s win gives Dems ‘an air of confidence’United States· 2025-11-05
Jeff Zeleny explained that reporters routinely wait in the hall by the press secretary’s office.
White House limits reporters from press secretary’s officeUnited States· 2025-11-01
CNN's Chief National Affairs Correspondent Jeff Zeleny speaks to residents of Hampton Roads, Virginia where military contractors and the shipping industry drive the local economy.
New video shows Texas National Guard at ICE facility near ChicagoUnited States· 2025-10-09
CNN's Chief National Affairs Correspondent Jeff Zeleny speaks to residents of Hampton Roads, Virginia.
Bystander describes Chicago pastor pepper-sprayed by ICEUnited States· 2025-10-09
CNN's Chief National Affairs Correspondent Jeff Zeleny speaks to residents of Hampton Roads, Virginia where military contractors and the shipping industry drive the local economy.
CNN reports moments after Israel-Hamas ceasefire plan announcedUnited States· 2025-10-09
CNN's Chief National Affairs Correspondent Jeff Zeleny speaks to residents of Hampton Roads, Virginia where military contractors and the shipping industry drive the local economy.
Video: Hamas and Israel have reached a deal. What’s next?United States· 2025-10-09
CNN's Chief National Affairs Correspondent Jeff Zeleny speaks to residents of Hampton Roads, Virginia about the impact of the government shutdown.
Why is the price of gold surging?United States· 2025-10-09
CNN's Chief National Affairs Correspondent Jeff Zeleny speaks to residents of Hampton Roads, Virginia about the impact of the government shutdown.
Last of New Orleans prison escapees captured in AtlantaUnited States· 2025-10-09
CNN's Chief National Affairs Correspondent Jeff Zeleny reported on military families affected by the government shutdown.
Heated hallway confrontation between Senate Democrats and Speaker JohnsonUnited States· 2025-10-09
CNN's Chief National Affairs Correspondent Jeff Zeleny speaks to residents of Hampton Roads, Virginia where military contractors and the shipping industry drive the local economy.
Military families brace for deep shutdown painUnited States· 2025-10-09
CNN's Jeff Zeleny reports on the protests against President Trump’s visit to Scotland.
Trump hosts Starmer at his golf courseUnited States· 2025-07-28
CNN's Jeff Zeleny breaks down how President Donald Trump's latest deal with the European Union could reshape global trade.
Analysis: Inside Trump’s latest deal to reshape global tradeUnited States· 2025-07-28
CNN’s Jeff Zeleny spoke with protesters at the US Consulate in Edinburgh about why they showed up to push back against the Trump administration.
Hundreds protest Trump’s visit to ScotlandUnited States· 2025-07-26
Jeff Zeleny is CNN's chief national affairs correspondent who commented on Gabbard's allegations.
CNN hosts dismiss Gabbard's bombshell briefing as 'distraction' from Epstein filesUnited States· 2025-07-24
CNN's Jeff Zeleny spoke to the family about the potential cuts to Medicaid in President Donald Trump's domestic policy bill.
Medicaid cuts are life and death for this family in MissouriUnited States· 2025-07-02
CNN's Jeff Zeleny was live in Riyadh and described how Trump appeared to relish in the royal treatment.
Video: See the royal rollout Saudi Arabia gave for TrumpUnited States· 2025-05-13
CNN’s Jeff Zeleny explains the president's first 100 days and what’s next as the clock ticks to get his agenda through.
Video: Michelle Obama on her greatest fear for AmericaUnited States· 2025-04-30
CNN’s Jeff Zeleny explains presidential legacies and reflects on Trump’s first 100 days in office.
Jeff Zeleny reflects on Trump’s first 100 daysUnited States· 2025-04-30
CNN's Jeff Zeleny reports on a painting of Trump that now hangs in the Grand Foyer of the White House.
Video: Trump’s immigration policy tests limits of presidential powerUnited States· 2025-04-27
CNN's Jeff Zeleny reports on a painting of an iconic scene of President Donald Trump surviving an assassination attempt.
DOGE’s first 100 days | CNN PoliticsUnited States· 2025-04-26