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Bloomberg Chief Washington Correspondent Kevin Cirilli delivers insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy.

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    Trump Prosecution Rests, US Completes Gaza Aid Pier

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 40:45 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Former Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York Jim Zirin as the Donald Trump hush money trial appears to be drawing closer to a conclusion. Bloomberg Politics Editor Laura Davison about President Joe Biden's speech at Morehouse College over the weekend. Bloomberg Politics Contributor and Senior Democracy Fellow with the Center for the Study of the Presidency Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Republican Strategist and Managing Director at Actum Chapin Fay about the week ahead in Congress. Former USAID Mission Director Dave Harden about the difficulties of delivering humanitarian aid into Gaza without a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas. Bloomberg US Financial Regulation Editor Benjamin Bain as pressure rises for FDIC Chair Martin Gruenberg to resign amid findings of workplace harassment and discrimination at the agency. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BONUS EPISODE: Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2024 53:54 Transcription Available


    US Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said the number of encounters at the southern border is “very high” as “the world is seeing the greatest level of displacement since at least World War II.” Mayorkas explained the US asylum process as part of a wide-ranging conversation with David Rubenstein, host of Peer to Peer Conversations from the Economic Club of Washington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Crypto Regulation on Capitol Hill

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 28:39 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Economics US Economist Stuart Paul about how Americans view the economy. Siena College Research Institute Director Don Levy about how the economy will shape the White House race. Democratic Congressman Wiley Nickel of North Carolina about cryptocurrency regulation on Capitol Hill. Bloomberg Government Congress Reporter Jack Fitzpatrick about the budget process in the House as Rep. Tom Cole proposes fiscal year 2025 spending levels. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sen. Ernst on Trump, Farm Bill

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 47:17 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Republican Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa about legislation she is working on and broader US-China relations. Bloomberg Senior Reporter Iain Marlow about disagreements in Israel over a postwar plan for Gaza. Attorney Robert McWhirter about the latest developments from the Donald Trump hush money trial as Michael Cohen returns to the witness stand. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino as members of the House Freedom Caucus visit Donald Trump at the courthouse in New York. Former RNC Communications Director Lisa Camooso Miller about Speaker Mike Johnson's role in the Republican Party. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden and Trump Will Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 44:42 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bankrate Washington Bureau Chief Mark Hamrick about the latest US inflation data. Beacon Global Strategies Managing Director Michael Allen about the latest developments from the Israel-Hamas war. The King Center CEO Dr. Bernice A. King about key issues for black voters in the 2024 election. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Rick Davis and Democratic Strategist Brad Howard as Donald Trump and Joe Biden agree to hold two debates. Groundwork Collaborative Executive Director and former senior economic policy adviser to Senator Elizabeth Warren Lindsay Owens about what the latest inflation data means for the Federal Reserve. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Introducing: Big Take Asia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 1:30


    We're taking The Big Take to Asia. Each week, Bloomberg's Oanh Ha tells a story from the home of the world's most dynamic economies - and the markets, tycoons and businesses that drive the ever-shifting region. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden Announces New China Tariffs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 50:53 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: White House Senior Advisor Gene Sperling as the Biden Administration announces tariffs on some imports from China. Host of Bloomberg Law on Bloomberg Radio June Grasso as Michael Cohen continues testimony in the Donald Trump hush money trial. Former Deputy National Security Advisor Mara Rudman about ongoing negotiations for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino as Speaker of the House Mike Johnson attends the Trump trial in New York. Democratic Congressman Brad Sherman of California about legislative priorities in Congress as the House of Representatives returns to session. Bloomberg Economics Chief Geoeconomics Analyst Jennifer Welch about the impact of new tariffs on US-China relations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Michael Cohen Testifies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 61:44 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Author of "Fragile Neighborhoods" Seth Kaplan about the context behind some issues in American society and how to fix it. Bloomberg Editor-in-Chief John Micklethwait sits down with French President Emmanuel Macron about investments in France. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the Michael Cohen's testimony during the Donald Trump hush money trial. Republican Congressman Chuck Fleischmann of Tennessee about the relationship between the US and Israel. Chair of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Willie Phillips about the agency's grid reform program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Israel Plans Possible Rafah Operation, Trump Trial Continues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 32:24 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg White House Correspondent Josh Wingrove about plans from the Biden Administration to impose more tariffs on China. Attorney Robert McWhirter about the latest developments from the Donald Trump hush money trial in New York. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the Senate passing its version of the FAA reauthorization bill. Global Guardian CEO Dale Buckner as Israel's war cabinet approves expanding military operations in Rafah. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    GOP, Israel Pushback on Biden's Weapons Delay

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 42:40 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Jordan Fabian, Bloomberg White House reporter joins to discuss Biden's threat to further delay weapon shipments to Israel if the country launches a ground invasion in Rafah Kelly Grieco, Stimson Center senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program joins to break down US military aid to Israel Carmiel Arbit, Atlantic Council Nonresident Senior Fellow for Middle East Programs examines the diplomatic ramifications of Biden's weapons stance Rep. Bryan Steil, Republican from Wisconsin gives his firsthand perspective on the failed motion to vacate in the House and reiterated Congressional support for speeding aid to Israel Bloomberg Politics Contributors Jeanne Sheehan Zaino & Rick Davis also join to provide analysis on Biden's Mid East strategy  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    US Delays Arms to Israel, Sen. Raphael Warnock Talks FAA Reauthorization

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 42:40 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Kailey speaks with: Senator Raphael Warnock, Democrat from Georgia joins to discuss progress on FAA reauthorization, and he shares his thoughts on the importance of a ceasefire in the Middle East Philip Swagel, Director of the Congressional Budget Office takes a look at the fiscal outlook for the US Rep. Andy Barr, Republican from Kentucky, Chair of Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy joins to discuss the White House choosing to pause arms to Israel, and his thoughts on the FDIC probe Brad Howard, Corcoran Street Group Founder and President and Democratic Strategist & Maura Gillespie, Bluestack Strategies Founder, former-advisor to Speaker John Boehner, Rep. Adam Kinzinger join to talk about President Biden's trip to Wisconsin to champion a major Microsoft investment Doha Mekki, Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General of the US joins to talk through some of the latest antitrust battles facing the US government, and her perspective on an increase in deal-making lately See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden Speaks at Holocaust Memorial

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 52:18 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Kailey speaks with: Pangea Policy Founder Terry Haines about President Joe Biden's speech on antisemitism and the administration's response to the Israel-Hamas war. Republican Congressman Byron Donalds of Florida about a possible motion to vacate in the House of Representatives and other legislative priorities. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Republican Strategist Lester Munson about the latest developments from the campaign trail. Host of Bloomberg Law on Bloomberg Radio June Grasso about the proceedings from the Donald Trump hush money trial as adult film actress Stormy Daniels testifies. Ipsos President for US Public Affairs Cliff Young about the latest polling data for the 2024 presidential election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Israel Rejects Cease-Fire Agreement Backed By Hamas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 41:26 Transcription Available


     Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg White House Correspondent Michelle Jamrisko as US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a call Monday morning. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Senior Fellow Aaron David Miller as Hamas agrees to a cease-fire proposal from Qatar and Egypt. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Republican Strategist Chapin Fay about vulnerabilities both candidates face in the upcoming presidential election. Former federal prosecutor Josh Naftalis about the latest developments from the Donald Trump hush money trial. Bloomberg Government Congress Reporter Jack Fitzpatrick about the work ahead in the House of Representatives this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    April Jobs Data Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 60:39 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bankrate Washington Bureau Chief Mark Hamrick about the latest jobs data. Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg about the latest developments from the Donald Trump hush money trial as former White House Communications Director Hope Hicks takes the witness stand. Bloomberg Opinion Senior Executive Editor Timothy L. O'Brien about what the proceedings have looked like in the courthouse. White House Council of Economic Advisers Member Heather Boushey about the overall outlook of the US economy. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Republican Strategist Lisa Camooso Miller about how the economy will impact the presidential race. Bloomberg's Annmarie Horden with UK Cabinet Office Minister leading on AI in the Public Sector Alex Burghart. Senior Fellow in the American Statecraft Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Jennifer Kavanagh about cease-fire negotiations in the Israel-Hamas war. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden Responds to Campus Protests

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 30:45 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Republican Congressman Bryan Steil of Wisconsin about the legislative priorities of House Republicans. Lincoln Mitchell, political analyst who teaches in the Department of Political Science and the School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University, about campus protests across the US. Senator Tammy Duckworth of Illinois about FAA reauthorization legislation in Congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden Administration Pushes for Gaza Cease-Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 37:05 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg White House Correspondent Jordan Fabian as the Biden Administration pushes for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about continued protests on college campuses across the US. Democratic Congressman Earl Blumenauer of Oregon as the Department of Justice moves to classify cannabis as less harmful. Groundwork Collaborative Executive Director Lindsay Owens ahead of Tuesday's rate decision from the Federal Reserve. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump Fined Over Gag Order, Campus Protests Escalate

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 41:17 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Robert J. McWhirter, a constitutional law expert and a practicing criminal defense and civil rights lawyer to discuss former President Donald Trump being found in contempt of court in the hush money case in New York Bloomberg Congress Team Lead Megan Scully joins to talk about House Democrats saying they would save House Speaker Mike Johnson from being ousted Dale Buckner, CEO OF Global Guardian, RET Army Colonel for insight into Israel-Hamas war on the ground and hostage extraction Jeanne Sheehan Zaino & Rick Davis, Bloomberg Politics Contributors to talk about the political fallout of the escalating protests on college campuses Ksenia Svetlova, nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council's Middle East Programs, former member of the Israeli Knesset to discuss efforts to reach a ceasefire and hostage release in the Israel-Hamas war  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Congress Responds to Campus Protests

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 48:33 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino as Speaker Mike Johnson says Congress will take action to protect Jewish students on college campuses. Former Director for Syria and Lebanon at the National Security Council, CEO & Founder of Greenwich Media Strategies and adjunct professor at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs Hagar Chemali about negotiations for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. Bloomberg Government Congress Reporter Jonathan Tamari about the week ahead for Congress as the House of Representatives returns to session Monday afternoon. Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget President Maya MacGuineas about the possibility of a tax being made in Congress. Former Assistant US Attorney for the Southern District of New York Jim Zirin about the latest developments in the Donald Trump hush money trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden Says He'll Debate Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 49:00 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg News White House and Politics Reporter Gregory Korte about the latest inflation data and how the economy is shaping the presidential race. Georgetown Strategy Group Managing Director and former USAID Mission Director Dave Harden about the complexity of delivering humanitarian assistance into Gaza. Bloomberg Economics Chief US Economist Anna Wong about the next moves for the Federal Reserve. Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg about the latest developments from the Donald Trump hush money trial in New York. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino as Joe Biden says in an interview with Howard Stern that he'll debate Donald Trump. Moody's Analytics Chief Economist Mark Zandi about the US economic outlook heading into the election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Supreme Court Hears Trump Immunity Arguments

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 31:24 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg News Supreme Court Reporter Greg Stohr following the conclusion of oral arguments over former President Donald Trump's claims of presidential immunity from prosecution. Constitutional Accountability Center President Elizabeth Wydra about the questions before the Supreme Court Thursday. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the political implications of the court case. Criminal and Constitutional Law Attorney Robert J. McWhirter about Trump's efforts to delay Special Counsel Jack Smith's election interference case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden Signs Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan Aid Bill

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 45:44 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Government Congress Reporter Jonathan Tamari as President Joe Biden signs the foreign aid package passed by the Senate Tuesday. Former US Ambassador to China and former US Senator from Montana Max Baucus about TikTok legislation included in the aid package. Bloomberg Politics Editor Laura Davison about the findings of the most recent Bloomberg News/Morning Consult poll. Morning Consult US Politics Analyst Eli Yokley about what factors will impact the outcome of the 2024 presidential election. Cuba Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossio about the state of relations between the Republic of Cuba and the United States. Former Republican Congressman and Strategic Advisor for the Alliance for Competitive Taxation Kevin Brady about tax law in the US. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Senate To Move Aid Package Forward

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 52:02 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Government Congress Reporter Zach Cohen about Tuesday's votes in the Senate. Executive Director of republicEn.org and former Republican Congressman Bob Inglis about the state of affairs in the House of Representatives. Bloomberg News Congress Team Lead Megan Scully as the Senate is expected to pass the foreign aid package. Former Director for Syria and Lebanon at the National Security Council and CEO and Founder of Greenwich Media Strategies Hagar Chemali about what further US aid means for Israel and the latest developments from the Middle East. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Rick Davis and American Bridge 21st Century President Pat Dennis as Donald Trump backs Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to move on foreign aid. Chamber of Commerce Executive Vice President Neil Bradley about his organization's support for Ukraine aid. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    TikTok, Ukraine Aid Bill Head to the Senate

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 55:06 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg News Senior Editor for Technology and Strategic Industries Michael Shepard about what the TikTok legislation that passed in the House of Representatives would mean for the company. Former US Ambassador to Morocco and President of the Coalition for a Safer Web Marc Ginsberg about a potential legal battle if the TikTok legislation is signed into law. Bloomberg Government Congress Reporter Jack Fitzpatrick about the aid bills passed in the House over the weekend. Stimson Center Senior Fellow Kelly Grieco about what the aid package will mean for Ukraine's defense against Russia. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about a possible motion to vacate for Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. Bloomberg Government Senior Reporter Kate Ackley about support for Johnson in the House. Republican Strategist Lisa Camooso Miller about Johnson's standing in the Republican party after getting the bills through the House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    House Advances Foreign Aid Bills, Israel Hits Back at Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 46:12 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg congressional reporter Billy House discusses the House advancing the long-stalled $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan teeing up a big vote over the weekend Mick Mulroy, co-founder of the Lobo Institute and former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East to provide analysis of last night's strikes on a military base in Iran and whether it could signal further escalation Bloomberg politics contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino to recap the week on Capitol Hill heading into a key vote on foreign aid this weekend, plus break down the latest in former President Donald Trump's hush money trial Valdis Dombrovskis, European Commission Executive Vice President, An Economy that Works for People joins to talk about the state of global economic ripple effects of tension and conflict in the Middle East and in Ukraine Mick Mulvaney, former OMB Director, former US Special Envoy for North Ireland, former-Acting White House Chief of Staff and co-founder of the House Freedom Caucus joins to discuss the likelihood of Congress passing critical foreign aid this weekend, Trump's trial in New York and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Aid Bills On Track To Pass in the House

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 40:56 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg News Congressional Reporter Erik Wasson about plans for Democrats in the House of Representatives to back the proposed foreign aid bills. Bipartisan Policy Center Senior Vice President Bill Hoagland about Speaker Mike Johnson's role in getting both parties to support the package. Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics Director of Polling John Della Volpe about the results of the new Harvard Youth Poll. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Rick Davis about the role young adults will play in the 2024 elections. Bloomberg Government Congress Reporter Jonathan Tamari about the possible motion to vacate Speaker Mike Johnson is facing. Gen. (Ret.) Kenneth "Frank" McKenzie, former US Central Command Commander, University of South Florida's Global and National Security Institute Director and author of the coming book "The Melting Point: High Command and War in the 21st Century" about the state of tensions in the Middle East. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan Aid Bills Head to Congress

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 51:03 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg News Deputy Congressional Correspondent Mike Dorning as the House plans to vote on a foreign aid package Saturday. Northwestern University Ambassador in Residence for International Studies and former US Ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Ian Kelly about Ukraine's defense against Russia and the need for further US aid in Kyiv. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino as text for funding bills for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan is released. Bloomberg News Politics Editor Laura Davison about President Joe Biden's campaign stops in Pennsylvania. Chair of the Commission on the National Defense Strategy and former US Representative for California Jane Harman about the prospects of these funding bills passing through Congress. Republican Congressman Kelly Armstrong of North Dakota on how he plans to vote on the aid package. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Johnson Proposes Foreign Aid Package

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 41:07 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Congress Team Lead Megan Scully about Speaker of the House Mike Johnson's plan to move foreign aid through the House. Siena College Research Institute Director Don Levy about new poll results showing Joe Biden narrowing the gap nationally against Donald Trump. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about risks Johnson faces working with Democrats to get an aid package through. Criminal Defense Lawyer Robert McWhirter about ongoing jury selection in the Donald Trump hush money trial in New York. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Israel Weighs Iran Response

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 46:32 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Middle East Institute Director of the Iran Program Alex Vatanka about Saturday's drone attack on Israel from Iran and tensions in the Middle East. Republican Congressman Zach Nunn of Iowa, member of the For Country Caucus, about the US response to Iran's attack and negotiations on Capitol Hill over foreign aid. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the Ukraine aid debate and a new poll that shows Joe Biden closing the gap nationally against Donald Trump. Former Federal Prosecutor Michael Zeldin as jury selection for the Donald Trump hush money trial in New York gets underway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Israel Bracing for Attack

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 40:30 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Opinion Columnist Andreas Kluth about US efforts to strengthen alliances in the Indo-Pacific. Bloomberg Senior Reporter Iain Marlow as Israel prepares for a possible attack from Iran. Stimson Center Senior Fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program Kelly Grieco about the possibilities of escalation in the Middle East region. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Rick Davis and American Bridge 21st Century and Democratic Strategist Pat Dennis about initiatives from the Biden Administration to forgive student loan debt.  Former Assistant Special Watergate Prosecutor Nick Akerman ahead of jury selection in Donald Trump's New York hush money trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Next Steps in Congress

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 43:43 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Democratic Congresswoman Gwen Moore of Wisconsin about the busy agenda on Capitol Hill with future aid to Ukraine, Baltimore Bridge recovery efforts and FISA renewal all being considered. Retired US Army Brigadier General Mark Kimmitt about Ukraine's defense against the Russian invasion and tensions in the Middle East. Bloomberg US National Security Team Lead Nick Wadhams about a Russian attack on the Kyiv region's largest power plant. Holland & Knight Partner Leon Fresco about a possible executive order from President Joe Biden on immigration. Groundwork Collaborative Executive Director Lindsay Owens about the latest inflation data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden-Kishida Meet, Biden Says He Could Act on the Border

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 29:41 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy.  On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with:  Samara Klar, Professor of Political Science at University of Arizona, co-author of the book "Independent Politics: How American Disdain for Parties Leads to Political Inaction" on the Arizona Supreme Court's decision to reinstate a near total ban on abortion Jeanne Sheehan Zaino & Rick Davis, Bloomberg Politics Contributors about Biden saying he could act unilaterally on the borderNick Wadhams, Bloomberg US National Security Team Lead Denver Riggleman, Former US Congressman from Virginia, Former-Air Force Intelligence, Founder of RIIG Security Firm/Co-author of The Breach: The Untold Story of the Investigation into January 6th on the latest in Congress, Speaker Mike Johnson and more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ukraine Aid Debate Renewed

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 55:33 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Pangea Policy Founder Terry Haines as lawmakers return to Capitol Hill with unfinished work on a foreign aid package. Bloomberg Global Economy Reporter Enda Curran about defense spending amongst the US and its allies. Bloomberg Congressional Reporter Erik Wasson about the agenda for Congress this week. President and Founder of Coalition for a Safer Web and Former US Ambassador to Morocco Marc Ginsberg about ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas. Republican Congressman Frank Lucas of Oklahoma about his legislative priorities during this legislative session. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Rick Davis and Democratic Strategist Brad Howard as the Arizona Supreme Court reinstates an 1864 law that criminalized nearly all abortions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Yellen's China Trip Concludes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 49:42 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Foundation for Defense of Democracies China Program Senior Director Craig Singleton as Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen discusses the US-China relationship during her trip abroad. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the latest news from the campaign trail as former President Donald Trump says abortion laws should be left for states to decide. Bloomberg Texas Bureau Chief Julie Fine about the number of tourists in the Dallas metropolitan area ahead of Monday's solar eclipse. Bloomberg White House Correspondent Jordan Fabian as President Joe Biden announces a plan for student-debt relief. Atlantic Council Nonresident Senior Fellow for Middle East Programs Carmiel Arbit about the latest developments in the Israel-Hamas war as Israel withdraws troops from Khan Younis. Academy Securities Board Member and former Marine Corps Combat Development Command Commanding General Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Robert Walsh about the strategic competition between the US and China. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Another Hot Jobs Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 46:35 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Groundwork Collaborative Executive Director Lindsay Owens following Friday's US Jobs report. United Nations World Food Programme Executive Director Cindy McCain about the program's work to deliver aid into Gaza. Former Director for Syria and Lebanon at the National Security Council and CEO and Founder of Greenwich Media Strategies Hagar Chemali as Iran tells the US to step aside as it readies a response to a suspected Israeli attack on its consulate in Syria. Former Republican Congressman and former Acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney about the debate over US aid to Ukraine on Capitol Hill. Third Way Executive Vice President for Public Affairs Matt Bennett as No Labels announces it will not run a candidate in the 2024 Presidential Election. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about other possible third party disruptors to the Joe Biden and Donald Trump rematch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden Speaks With Netanyahu

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 53:14 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Opinion Columnist Nia-Malika Henderson about how President Joe Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas war will impact voters. UBGreensfelder Immigration Chair David Leopold about rhetoric on the campaign trail from Donald Trump. Bloomberg Senior Reporter Iain Marlow as Biden holds a phone call with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Former US Ambassador to China Gary Locke as Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visits China. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Republican Strategist Chapin Fay about the state of relations between the US and Israel. Americans for Peace President and CEO Hadar Susskind as Biden tells Netanyahu that US support for Israel's war in Gaza depends on protecting civilians. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Powell Sticks to Wait-and-See Tone

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 48:13


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Global Economy Reporter Enda Curran following remarks from Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Ellis Insight President Jim Ellis about Tuesday's primary election results. Bloomberg Politics Editor Laura Davison about Donald Trump's comments at a Tuesday campaign rally in Michigan. Cook Political Report Founder Charlie Cook about potential weaknesses in the support of both Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Rick Davis and Third Way Executive Vice President Jim Kessler about what's next for the campaign trail. Director of the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative at the Atlantic Council Jonathan Panikoff as President Joe Biden criticizes Israel after the death of seven aid workers in Gaza. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden, Xi Hold Phone Talks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 60:03 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Kailey speaks with: Bloomberg Senior Reporter Iain Marlow as US President Joe Biden and People's Republic of China President Xi Jinping hold a one-on-one phone call for the first time since their November 2023 meeting. Pangea Policy Founder Terry Haines about the odds of a Ukraine aid bill passing through Congress. The Washington Institute for Near East Policy Jill and Jay Bernstein Fellow Michael Knights about the risks of escalation in the Middle East following Israel strikes on Iranian targets in Syria. Bloomberg Senior National Political Correspondent Nancy Cook about primary contests Tuesday and former President Donald Trump's campaign stops in Wisconsin and Michigan. Former US Ambassador to Turkey and Iraq James Jeffrey following an Israeli military drone strike that killed seven aid workers from World Central Kitchen in Gaza. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and former RNC Communications Director Lisa Camooso Miller as the Florida Supreme Court approves a November ballot measure on abortion rights. Evercore ISI Senior Managing Director Sarah Bianchi about relations between the US and China. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    US and Israel Continue Rafah Talks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 49:20 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Kailey speaks with: Bloomberg Government Senior Reporter Kate Ackley as Speaker of the House Mike Johnson signals possible movement on Ukraine aid when Congress returns to session next week. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Senior Fellow Aaron David Miller as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says there are plans to move more than a million Palestinian civilians out of Rafah before carrying out attacks on Hamas in the southern Gaza city. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the work ahead in Congress following recess. GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis Patrick De Haan about gas prices across the US. Bloomberg US National Security Team Lead Nick Wadhams about plans for a Monday call between senior officials from the US and Israel. American Bridge 21st Century President Pat Dennis about President Biden's challenges among young voters over the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden Fundraises at Radio City, Remembering Joe Lieberman

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 43:58 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont about the life and legacy of former US Senator Ned Lamont. Third Way Executive Vice President Matt Bennett about the options left for No Labels as former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie declines a presidential run. Ipsos President of US Public Affairs Cliff Young about the impact the economy will have on the Joe Biden and Donald Trump presidential election rematch. Rapidan Energy Group President Bob McNally about rising fuel prices across the US. Bloomberg Washington Bureau Chief Peggy Collins about her trip to the US-Mexico border and the ongoing humanitarian situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    INSTANT REACTION: Bankman-Fried Sentenced to 25 Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 19:49 Transcription Available


    FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison for stealing billions of dollars from customers, marking the final chapter in a case that has both captivated and overshadowed the crypto industry. Bloomberg Radio hosts Paul Sweeney, Alix Steel, Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz discuss, with instant reaction and analysis from Bloomberg Law host June Grasso and Bloomberg News legal editor Peter Jeffrey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SPECIAL COVERAGE: Former Senator Joe Lieberman Dies

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 4:55 Transcription Available


    Joe Lieberman, the US senator and vice presidential nominee whose voyage from reliable liberal to stubborn centrist led him to abandon the Democratic Party at a time of political polarization, earning him both admiration and contempt, has died. He was 82. Bloomberg Balance of Power host Joe Mathieu talks about Lieberman's life and legacy with Democratic strategist Alvin Jordan and Republican strategist Lauren Tomlinson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Baltimore Bridge Recovery Efforts Continue

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 36:46 Transcription Available


    Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Democratic Congressman Glenn Ivey of Maryland about the recovery efforts on the ground in Baltimore following Tuesday's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse and the federal government's role in rebuilding. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about putting together a supplemental aid bill in Congress. Bloomberg Global Defense and Intelligence Reporter Peter Martin about US efforts to thwart attacks from the Houthis in the Red Sea Bloomberg Economics Editor Molly Smith looking ahead to fresh PCE data this coming Friday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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