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Weekday mornings, The Daily Punch brings you inside Capitol Hill, the White House and Washington for an unfiltered look at the key players and stakes of all major issues of the day. People. Power. Politics. Hosted by Punchbowl News founders, journalists, and best-selling authors Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman. Powered by Punchbowl News. Produced by Cadence13. ​

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    The The Daily Punch podcast is my favorite morning update. It is a highly informative and well-informed show that keeps me up to date with what's going on in Congress and politics. I particularly enjoy the chemistry between the hosts, Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer, as they discuss the news stories. Their interactions add to my enjoyment of the show.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is that it provides a short and sharp summary of the daily scoop on what's happening in Congress and politics. Punchbowl News has created this podcast to be like your morning coffee, delivering the inside scoop on Congress, detailed polling numbers, and critical analysis of national news stories. It is a must-listen for those who want to stay informed about current legislation and the upcoming 2022 election.

    Punchbowl consistently provides outstanding coverage of important legislation such as the Inflation Reduction Act. They offer detailed insights and analysis that are essential for understanding these complex issues. The podcast is concise and manageable, making it easy for listeners to keep up with what's happening in Congress.

    However, one drawback of the podcast is that Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer don't always do the show together. While both hosts are knowledgeable and entertaining individually, their chemistry when they're together adds an extra dimension to the show. The back-and-forth banter and exchange of ideas between them make for a more engaging listening experience.

    In conclusion, The Daily Punch podcast is a great way to start your day with Washington headlines in a nutshell. It offers valuable insights into Congress and politics, providing listeners with an inside look at important legislation and national news stories. Despite some minor drawbacks such as occasional ads or lack of dual hosting, this podcast remains informative, interesting, and worth listening to every morning.



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    Latest episodes from The Daily Punch

    Republicans hate the reconciliation bill

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 15:23


    Watch this episode on YouTube here! There are just nine days until July 4, but there's a problem — It seems like lots of Republicans loathe the GOP's massive reconciliation bill. Anna and Jake discuss the complaints spanning the party's ideological spectrum. Plus, can OMB Director Russ Vought convince skeptical GOP senators to back his controversial $9.4 billion rescissions package, or will his cuts to public broadcasting and foreign aid derail the plan? 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 Future of Energy: State of Play

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 11:46


    Technology Reporter Diego Munhoz joins Anna Palmer to discuss the way energy production is evolving and how policymakers are working with the industry to address growing power demands. 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

    Senate gears up to jam the House

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 14:37


    The Senate is about to jam the House on reconciliation — and many GOP senators are cheering it on. Plus, President Donald Trump took on Iran without congressional approval and lawmakers are racing the clock to respond. Can Congress rein him in? Or is it already too late? 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 monumental week for Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 14:45


    With 11 days until July 4, Anna and Jake discuss all things reconciliation as the GOP races to pass President Trump's legislative agenda. Plus, Trump's bombing of Iranian nuclear sites is dividing Democrats, with calls for War Powers votes and even impeachment on the table. 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 Readback: Create a new financial system with one weird trick

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 16:21


    Vault co-author Brendan Pedersen breaks down the Genius Act, the first piece of crypto legislation ever passed by the Senate. 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 Byrd begins its bath

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 19:17


    Punchbowl News Reporter Max Cohen is back to talk all things reconciliation as the Senate Finance Committee begins its “Byrd Bath” process. Plus, the Georgia GOP is on edge as they wait for a signal from President Donald Trump on endorsements in the state's Senate race. 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 big, beautiful bust

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 18:36


    Jake is joined by Punchbowl News Reporter Max Cohen to discuss new polling that paints a grim picture for the GOP's One Big Beautiful Bill. Plus, Ohio Republicans are weighing how ruthless to be in redistricting, and more. 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 Dems want to knock out of reconciliation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 15:13


    Anna and Jake discuss the threats to the Senate GOP's July 4 reconciliation rush. Plus, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth returns to Capitol Hill today as the war between Israel and Iran rages on. 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 Senate GOP's tough reconciliation negotiation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 17:07


    Anna and Jake discuss the Senate GOP's tough reconciliation negotiation. Plus, as Israel and Iran continue their deadly conflict, senators in Washington are offering rhetorical support for Israel — but little else. 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 short but busy week in the Senate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 15:15


    Congress responds to the assassination and attempted assassination of two Minnesota state lawmakers. Plus, Senate Finance Committee Republicans will release long-awaited legislative text for its portion of Trump's “One Big Beautiful Bill.” 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 Readback: Outrage in the Senate over Padilla chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 13:37


    Andrew Desiderio breaks down the Senate's response to California Sen. Alex Padilla getting shoved and thrown to the floor by federal agents at DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's press conference in Los Angeles on Thursday. 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

    War abroad. Chaos at home.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 13:57


    Anna and Jake discuss the Israeli attacks against Iranian nuclear and military sites on Thursday night. Plus, in the United States, the national political scene is on the verge of boiling over. Anna and Jake reflect on this brutally partisan 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 Creator Economy: Setting the Stage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 14:30


    Punchbowl News Technology Reporter Ben Brody joins Max Cohen to discuss the impact content creators have on the U.S. economy and the policy conversation in Washington. Plus, details from his conversation with Kent Rollins, an Oklahoma-based chef known on YouTube as Cowboy Kent. Check out The Creator Economy. 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

    'To hell with Congress'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 15:26


    Anna and Jake discuss FY2026 funding as the House is set to vote today on a $9 billion-plus rescissions package. Plus, the Senate makes moves to change the "Big, Beautiful Bill." 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

    How the White House is selling Trump's agenda

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 17:08


    Anna and Jake discuss how the White House is selling President Donald Trump's agenda to Senate Republicans. Plus, can the White House force a new congressional map on Texas Republicans? 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

    How the funding battle is colliding with reconciliation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 15:27


    Anna and Jake take a look at how the reconciliation fight is impacting what's already going to be a brutal partisan struggle over FY2026 government spending. Plus, how Senate Majority Leader John Thune is saving stablecoin reform. 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

    How the Senate can make reconciliation deadline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 8:21


    Jake discusses how the Senate can meet its July 4 reconciliation deadline. Plus, President Donald Trump's L.A. National Guard move is spurring a huge partisan brawl. 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 Readback: Washington's big break up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 13:36


    Congressional reporter Mica Soellner breaks down the falling out between Donald Trump and Elon Musk over the reconciliation bill earlier this week. 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

    Why Musk could be a big problem for Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 11:28


    Jake takes a look at how how Elon Musk could be dangerous to President Donald Trump and the GOP. Plus, the race for a top House post has put the Congressional Black Caucus in a very real bind, as seniority, generational change and identity politics all collide. 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

    GOP tax rift grows as clock ticks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 10:35


    Senate Republicans and the White House are at odds over potential changes to tax-cut provisions in the House-passed reconciliation package. Plus, crypto's cash is flowing into the Michigan Senate race. And this time, it's backing Mike Rogers in a big way. 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 Thune is going to Trump early

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 14:17


    Senate Majority Leader John Thune is already playing his biggest card — President Donald Trump — to help push the GOP reconciliation package through the Senate. Plus, Anna and Jake take a look at the special election for the late Rep. Gerry Connolly's seat. 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 Future of Medicine: The Players

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 26:47


    Punchbowl News Financial Services Reporter Brendan Pedersen joins Anna Palmer to discuss the complicated relationship among several entities working to influence the direction of health care policy. Plus, Incubate's founder and executive director, John Stanford, joins Anna to talk about what his company is doing and how venture capital plays a role in medicine. 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

    Thune's rocky road to July 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 13:16


    Senate Majority Leader John Thune is charting a four-week sprint to pass a reconciliation bill. Plus, Sen. John Cornyn is trailing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton by 22 points, according to a new poll. 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 we learned at the Pentagon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 10:59


    This week, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll and Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George will appear before the House and Senate Armed Services Committees with a new mission — the Army Transformation Initiative. Anna and Jake preview what to expect. Plus, the Senate's about to dive into a brutal reconciliation fight, with GOP factions pulling in opposite directions. 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 Readback: 24 hours with senators in Canada

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 17:43


    Senior congessional reporter Andrew Desiderio talks about his experience joining a bipartisan Senate delegation to Canada last week. The senators were aiming to cool tensions between the two longtime allies and encourage Canadian tourism to the U.S., which has plummeted. 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

    One Big, Busy Summer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 13:33


    Anna and Jake take a look at how the House leadership is doing as part of our latest Leader Look. Plus, who's up and who's down in Washington and politics? We dissect this week's Punch Power Matrix rankings. 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

    Leader Look: Thune's biggest test yet

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 14:54


    Anna and Jake take a look at how Senate Majority Leader John Thune is doing as his chamber prepares to take up the GOP's massive reconciliation bill. Plus, proposals in Congress to crack down on app stores are causing hard feelings between Apple and Meta. 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 2026 spending fight kicks off

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 13:39


    Democrats say the White House won't share what it's doing with hundreds of federal accounts and billions of dollars already approved by Congress. Plus, the battle to be the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee is underway. 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 Future of Medicine: A Leading Voice

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 10:37


    Punchbowl News Senior Congressional Reporter Andrew Desiderio joins Anna Palmer to talk about his interview with a leading voice in the future of medicine, Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.). The chair of the Senate Health Committee discussed Medicaid and drug pricing among other issues in health care. 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

    Senators to Canada: Don't give up on U.S.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 7:59


    A bipartisan delegation traveled to Canada Friday aiming to cool U.S.-Canada tensions amid unprecedented hostility from Washington. Plus, after nearly two decades of government control, could Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac finally be on the path to freedom? We're also excited to announce that your favorite podcast, The Daily Punch will be moving to video! More details to come so stay tuned. 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 to the Senate: Change it up!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 7:41


    Jake discusses the dynamics between House and Senate Republicans as the House-passed reconciliation bill heads over to the Senate. Plus, How Dems plan to weaponize reconciliation votes. 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 Readback: A huge week for the House

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 16:36


    Vault co-author Laura Weiss breaks down what led to House Republicans successfully passing the reconciliation package this week. 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 Senate revs up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 10:06


    Jake reflects on the roles Speaker Mike Johnson, President Donald Trump, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise and HFC members played in passing the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” Act in the House. Plus, what to expect from the Senate as it takes on the reconciliation package. 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

    Johnson on the brink of a big win

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 8:12


    After the “One Big, Beautiful Bill" act cleared its key procedural hurdle early this morning, Jake takes a look at the latest developments in the House GOP's push to secure President Trump's legislative agenda. Plus, Senate Dems are mired in an ugly internal clash over crypto politics and campaign spending. 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 reconciliation hit the House floor today?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 13:23


    The House Rules Committee is in session, preparing the GOP's reconciliation bill for floor consideration. Will Speaker Mike Johnson pull off a rule vote today? Plus, Senate Majority Leader John Thune is diving into one of the most controversial procedural fights in years. 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 Future of Medicine: Legislative Landscape

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 10:20


    Punchbowl News Congressional Reporter Max Cohen joins Anna Palmer to discuss how Congressional Republicans are working to roll back some Inflation Reduction Act provisions and undo some regulations that critics say will stifle new medical innovations. 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

    Welcome to the game, Mr. President

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 14:07


    President Donald Trump will be on Capitol Hill today in an attempt to get the House GOP Conference to coalesce around the “One Big, Beautiful Bill.” Anna and Jake break down what to expect. Plus, Democrats are furious over Alina Habba's plans to charge Rep. LaMonica McIver with assaulting federal officers. 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

    Budget clears reconciliation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 15:10


    The House Budget Committee approved the GOP's reconciliation bill late Sunday night, but Speaker Mike Johnson still faces tough negotiations ahead. Plus, one move could completely reshape Illinois' already-chaotic Senate primary…and it all hinges on one name: Rep. Lauren Underwood. 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 Readback: The all-night markup survival guide

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 15:24


    Vault co-author Laura Weiss takes you inside the room of the House Ways and Means Committee's 17-and-a-half hour markup of the GOP tax bill on Tuesday. 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 GOP's last-minute mess

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 14:38


    Speaker Mike Johnson's House Republican Conference is in the midst of a low-grade rebellion against the GOP's reconciliation proposal. Plus, Anna and Jake discuss the latest in the Michigan Senate race. 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 biggest reconciliation meeting yet

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 13:14


    Today, Speaker Mike Johnson will bring together the warring factions inside the House GOP. Anna and Jake preview what to expect. Plus, inside President Donald Trump's unusually active role in the Senate's consideration of his diplomatic nominees. 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 marathon markups

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 16:07


    While you were sleeping, key House committees were sparring over Republicans' plans for taxes and Medicaid spending cuts in reconciliation. Plus, Rep. Bill Huizenga is staffing up ahead of a potential Senate bid. 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 Future of Medicine: State of Play

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 9:44


    Punchbowl News' Special Projects Editor Elvina Nawaguna joins Anna Palmer to discuss how four key factors — regulations, innovation, profit and technological advancements — are shaping the future of medicine. 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

    It's markup day!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 13:12


    It's markup day! Anna and Jake break down what to expect from the three key House committees slated to mark up their reconciliation bills. Plus, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is placing holds on all DOJ political appointees in response to President Trump's acceptance of a jet from Qatar's royal family. 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 we're in for a wild reconciliation week

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 14:12


    With just eight legislative days until the Memorial Day recess, this is another huge week for House Republicans and their quest to pass a reconciliation package. Plus, Sen. John Cornyn is trailing Ken Paxton by 16 points in a new poll. 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 Readback: The rocky start to appropriations

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 16:24


    Samantha Handler talks about FBI Director Kash Patel's hearing with House Appropriators this past week and his opposition to the White House's recommendation of a $500 million cut to the FBI. 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 reconciliation bill is not ready for prime time

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 10:02


    So much about Republicans' reconciliation package is still undecided even though the GOP leadership says they've been working on it for more than six months. Plus, a bipartisan group of House members are eyeing a congressional stock-trading ban. 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 no deal helps SALT Republicans

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 10:40


    Jake breaks down why SALT Republicans have more leverage than you think. Plus, House and Senate GOP leaders are divided over Medicaid cuts, going in opposite directions on the biggest obstacle to their reconciliation package. 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 mods get a win, as conservatives seethe

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 14:45


    Anna and Jake take a look at the massive pressure Speaker Mike Johnson is facing in navigating Medicaid cuts. Plus, the Senate is barreling towards a showdown over its own rules and procedures. 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 you need to know about reconciliation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 14:22


    Anna and Jake preview what to expect in reconciliation today. Plus, they take a look at how Republicans are trying to push back on the Democratic attacks when it comes to Medicaid. 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 Republicans ever get a reconciliation deal?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 15:37


    Anna and Jake discuss the big question: Can House Republicans find a path forward on reconciliation? Plus, a look inside Sen. Brian Schatz's inner circle. 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

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