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Inside the deal to open DHS
For the first time in more than a month, there’s optimism that the Senate and the White House can finally find a path to reopening the Department of Homeland Security. Anna and Jake discuss the latest. Plus, the Mullin era arrives at DHS. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What John Thune offered Donald Trump
With the DHS shutdown now in its 37th day, Senate Majority Leader John Thune approached President Donald Trump with a new proposal on Sunday that he believed Democrats would accept. But Trump said no, according to multiple sources. Anna and Jake break down the latest. Plus, it’s less than a month from the nation’s foreign intelligence surveillance authority expiring. Hear what comes next. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Readback: Paul and Mullin clash in DHS hearing
Laura goes behind the scenes of Markwayne Mullin's Senate hearing Wednesday to lead DHS and his bitter clash with Rand Paul. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who will lead the House GOP if they lose?
We’re now 228 days until Election Day and Republicans are likely to lose their razor-thin majority. The big question: Can — and will — Speaker Mike Johnson remain as the GOP leader if Republicans lose the House? If not, who succeeds him as minority leader? Punchbowl News Reporter Max Cohen joins Jake to discuss the potential contenders. Plus, what Daniel Biss’ win in Illinois’ 9th District primary taught progressives about taking on AIPAC. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fly Out Day: Indiana Sen. Banks on the Iran war and the SAVE Act
Indiana Sen. Jim Banks stopped by the Punchbowl News townhouse for a wide‑ranging conversation with Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer — from the war with Iran to his state's redistricting fight and MUCH MORE! PLUS MS NOW White House Correspondent Laura Barrón-López and Punchbowl News' co-founder John Bresnahan join in on the fun with That’s Not Gonna Fly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The AI Innovators: Education
In this second installment of The AI Innovators, Anna Palmer speaks with Punchbowl News Special Projects Reporter Shania Shelton about how artificial intelligence is transforming education by personalizing lesson plans and handling administrative tasks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Trump drags Congress into war
Congress has sat firmly on the sidelines as President Donald Trump wages an increasingly deadly war on Iran. But that may be about to change. Anna and Jake discuss the latest. Plus, what Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told Punchbowl News Tech Reporter Diego Areas Munhoz about the AI giant’s H200 chips and China. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inside the House GOP's Latino problem
Swing districts with large Latino populations will determine control of the House — yet House Republicans are very aware that the same Latino voters who propelled the GOP to the majority in 2024 could desert them this fall. Anna and Jake discuss how the Latino vote could crush Republicans in the midterms. Plus, Stratton wins big in Illinois. We have the key takeaways from Tuesday’s Democratic primary results. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could AIPAC faceplant in Illinois?
AIPAC and a cadre of affiliated groups have pumped more than $21 million into four open Illinois congressional races with the hopes of installing a slew of pro-Israel Democrats in safe blue seats. Anna and Jake break down the dynamics to watch ahead of tonight’s Democratic primaries. Plus, the latest on the SAVE America Act as the Senate preps for a ‘drawn-out’ debate this week. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Congress returns to a perfect storm
With war raging in the Middle East, DHS still shut down and yet another storm bearing down on the East Coast, Congress returns to session today amid an array of problems, priorities and deadlines. Anna and Jake break it all down. Plus, what’s next for the SAVE America Act? Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Readback: DHS fight heats up on the Senate floor
Portal author Samantha Handler discusses the Senate dispute over the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fly Out Day Live at the Punchbowl News Conference
During the Conference lunch break, Amy Walter, publisher and editor-in-chief of The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, joined Punchbowl News founders Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman and senior congressional reporter Ally Mutnick for a special live recording of Fly Out Day. They go over what to expect in the November midterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thune and Trump hit the skids
The relationship between Senate Majority Leader John Thune and President Donald Trump is under increasing stress, as the two diverge on legislative strategy and tactics. Anna and Jake discuss the latest wedge between the two leaders. Plus, what Sen. James Lankford told us on one of our newsiest Fly Out Day episodes yet. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lankford on the filibuster and Iran
Oklahoma Republican Senator James Lankford joins Anna and Jake at the townhouse ahead of a marathon debate on the SAVE America Act. Plus, HuffPost’s Igor Bobic and our very own Anthony Adragna join the show after the interview! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Trump’s on the ROAD to nowhere
A massive, bipartisan Senate housing push is running into a wall in the House. Anna and Jake discuss how President Trump’s focus on the SAVE America Act is creating a power vacuum that could send crucial housing legislation completely off the rails. Plus, will backlash against Trump’s immigration agenda flip a key Miami-area House seat? Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A tough time to be a Hill Republican
Dragged by President Donald Trump into another war in the Middle East, the GOP’s problems are growing worse every day, and there’s no sign things have hit bottom yet. Anna and Jake break it all down. Plus, key takeaways from the second annual Punchbowl News Conference and the latest from the House GOP retreat in Doral. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Trump's plan to save midterms? Voter ID law
House Republicans are defending a razor-thin majority amid a balky economy, a growing retirement list and a burgeoning oil crisis sparked by the chaotic U.S. war against Iran. President Donald Trump’s plan for the midterms? Pass the SAVE America Act. Anna and Jake discuss Trump’s speech to Republicans gathered at the House GOP’s legislative retreat and break down what it all means. Plus, our second annual Conference is here! Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iran, the SAVE America Act and the House GOP retreat
The Senate is in this week and the House is out, with Republicans down in Doral, Fla., at the Trump National Doral for their annual legislative retreat. From the retreat, to Iran and the SAVE America Act, Anna and Jake preview what to expect this week. Plus, what senior Hill aides are saying about Hegseth and Trump’s foreign policy agenda. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Readback: Iran war fallout on Capitol Hill
Defense reporter Briana Reilly talks about the Hill's reaction to the United States' launch of military operations against Iran last weekend. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
House GOP eye reconciliation 2.0
Are you ready for another Big Beautiful Bill? Mike Johnson is. House GOP leaders decided at their Florida retreat last weekend that they’re going to pursue a second reconciliation package this year, but they have no idea what will go in it — or how to pay for it. Anna and Jake break it all down. Plus, Sen. Markwayne Mullin, one of President Trump’s closest allies, is poised to take over the department that’s been causing Trump the biggest problems. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fly Out Day: California Rep. Ro Khanna sounds alarm on war in Iran
California Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna stopped by the townhouse to talk with Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer about his Iran war powers resolution, the latest on the Epstein files, AI policy and MUCH more. PLUS The Boston Globe's Jackie Kucinich and our very own Max Cohen join in to break down the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The AI Innovators: Health care
Kicking off the series, The AI Innovators, Anna Palmer speaks with Punchbowl News Special Projects Reporter Shania Shelton about how artificial intelligence is transforming health care and what lawmakers like Sens. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), plus Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) think. Check out The AI Innovators here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Republicans want it both ways on Iran
Congress seems to want it both ways as the war with Iran progresses: Republicans want a piece of overseeing the unfolding conflict, but they don’t want to do it publicly. Anna and Jake discuss the latest. Plus, is Kristi Noem done? President Trump has been surveying Hill Republicans on whether he should fire the DHS Secretary, according to multiple Republicans who have spoken with the president. We have the details. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Texas' big night
Senate Republicans spent $77 million to buy themselves a runoff in Texas. Anna and Jake recap the Lone Star State’s big primary night. Plus, what's next for Congress and Iran? And DHS Secretary Kristi Noem is in the hot seat ... again. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hill GOP won't stop Trump's Iran war
Republicans on Capitol Hill are about to give President Donald Trump a major boost — a green light to conduct a war against Iran without worrying about Congress, at least for now. Punchbowl News’ Max Cohen breaks down the latest on a pair of bipartisan war power resolutions. Plus, it’s primary day in Texas and North Carolina. Here’s what we’re watching. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Congress’ war over the war
With President Donald Trump plunging the U.S. into its riskiest military gamble in two decades — overthrowing the Iranian regime — lawmakers on Capitol Hill are locked in a struggle over every facet of the conflict. Anna and Jake discuss the latest. Plus, what the Anthropic mess means for Congress. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Readback: House Democratic retreat recap
Max and Ally are on the road back from Leesburg, Va., and they recount some of the highlights of their trip covering the House Democratic retreat this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will Dems secure the House majority?
At their yearly retreat, House Democrats are telling anyone who’ll listen how confident they are about winning the majority in November. Dems need to flip just three seats to take control of the House, but there are more than a few roadblocks along the path. Anna and Jake break it all down. Plus, lawmakers are bracing for action against Iran. Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fly Out Day: CA Sen. Alex Padilla on DHS shutdown and 2026
Senator Alex Padilla gets candid on California politics, DHS shutdown, SAVE Act and the DNC. PLUS NOTUS’ Daniella Diaz and CNN’s Lauren Fox stop by for a lively reporter panel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The SAVE America Act looks dead
Senate Majority Leader John Thune is facing relentless pressure from all directions as he navigates a politically perilous — and MAGA-driven — fight over the SAVE America Act. Anna and Jake discuss what Thune said about the “talking filibuster” in the Senate. Plus, the latest in Democratic redistricting efforts in Virginia. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Trump show at the Capitol
President Donald Trump delivered a State of the Union address Tuesday night in typical Trump fashion, far more political theater than substance. Anna and Jake discuss what the president did say, what he didn’t say — and how it all affects Republicans facing political winds heading into a difficult midterm election. Plus, what lawmakers of both parties are saying about the lack of insight on Iran. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why Reconciliation 2.0 is much harder now
Passing a second reconciliation bill this year is going to be nearly impossible following the Supreme Court’s blockbuster decision last week on Trump’s global tariff regime. Anna and Jake break down the case in Congress for and against reconciliation. Plus, the latest on redistricting in Virginia. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
And we're back... kind of
It’s the final week of February, with 253 days to Election Day. From DHS funding to the State of the Union, Anna and Jake discuss what congressional leaders face this week. Plus, how the Supreme Court's bombshell tariff ruling is impacting Capitol Hill. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Readback: My Texas trip takeaways
Ally breaks down her four-day trip to Texas to cover the Senate race. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Crockett going to top Talarico?
The Texas Democratic Senate primary is turning into one of 2026’s marquee fights. Jake discusses the latest in the showdown between Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) and state Rep. James Talarico — and why Republicans are staying out of it. Plus: GOP Rep. Tony Gonzalez (Texas) faces a looming ethics probe, and Democrats hit a snag in their anti-tariff push. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A new flood of corporate cash for 2026
Reps. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) and Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) will force a House floor vote next week on their Iran war powers resolution. Anna and Jake discuss the latest. Plus, how Big Tech is going big on spending in the 2026 midterm elections. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Ken Paxton survival strategy
The GOP establishment spent more than $60 million to kneecap Texas AG Ken Paxton’s Senate campaign, but it didn’t work. Jake breaks down how Paxton is surviving the cash dump against him in the primary. Plus, recent Capitol Police data is showing a major spike in threats toward members of Congress in 2025. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dems submit new DHS counterproposal
Congressional Democrats late Monday evening submitted their latest counteroffer to the White House on overhauling ICE operations — the newest ping-pong between the Trump administration and Hill Dems over DHS funding. Anna and Jake break down the latest. Plus, the Trump administration wants more funds for a Golden Dome, and Congress wants to know more about what exactly it is. Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A DHS shutdown with no urgency
Funding for the Department of Homeland Security ran out Friday evening — and there doesn’t seem to be any real rush to end the impasse. Anna breaks down the latest in the DHS shutdown. Plus, why Palantir is quickly becoming one of the left’s most hated companies. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Readback: The first Tally of 2026
Ally Mutnick discusses the first 2026 edition of The Tally and some of the top races to watch in the midterms. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jordan on Epstein files, DOJ & 2026 elections
House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) joined Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer in the Punchbowl News Townhouse to discuss Attorney General Pam Bondi’s House Judiciary hearing, Funding for DHS and FISA reauthorization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why the DHS shutdown could drag on
Today is Friday the 13th and the massive Department of Homeland Security is set to shut down at midnight. Jake explains why this shutdown could drag on. Plus, what Rep. Jim Jordan told us on Fly Out Day about DHS, FISA and more. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dems review W.H. offer
The W.H. sent Dems text of their offer for DHS funding on Wednesday night, a last-minute bid to avoid a shutdown for the massive department and its 260,000 employees. Anna and Jake discuss the latest. Plus, how AIPAC’s misstep in New Jersey is boosting progressives. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
House blows open gates on tariff war
The House is now going to have open season on Trump’s tariffs, while the Senate is barreling toward Friday’s funding deadline for DHS. Anna and Jake break down the latest. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dems reject Trump's DHS proposal
Democratic leaders rejected a White House counteroffer on DHS reforms with just three days until the funding deadline. Jake and Anna discuss the latest. Plus, Johnson faces a tariff rebellion, and the latest in a massive lobbying fight over broadcast caps. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will Congress get a DHS deal?
It’s shutdown week once again for Congress with DHS funding set to run out on Friday. Anna and Jake break it all down. Plus, the latest in the Clinton-Comer clash. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Readback: Finally getting Library of Congress-official
Defense reporter Anthony Adragna dives deeper into Tulsi Gabbard's presence at an unprecedented FBI raid of the Fulton County elections office. Plus, Anthony talks about getting his library card at the Library of Congress. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Big Four and the DHS shutdown
Congress is once again in a crisis with funding for DHS set to run out in a week and no solution in sight. Anna and Jake break down the political dynamics over ICE reforms. Plus, the latest out of New Jersey’s high-stakes Democratic primary. And what Rep. Anna Paulina Luna told us on Fly Out Day. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fly Out Day: Rep. Anna Paulina Luna vs. Senate Republicans
Florida Rep. Anna Paulina Luna stopped by the Punchbowl News Townhouse — and covered a lot. From the SAVE Act and the filibuster to the Russia-Ukraine war and even UFOs. PLUS: MS NOW’s Mychael Schnell and Punchbowl News’ John Bresnahan jump in for a spirited round of That’s Not Gonna Fly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The GOP’s affordability crunch
Vulnerable Republicans have a big political problem on their hands. Jake breaks down the GOP’s political crunch over affordability in the upcoming midterm elections. Plus, Democrats unveil a sweeping list of demands for DHS and ICE reforms as funding talks stall. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices