Podcast appearances and mentions of David Higgins

Senators are nearing a self-imposed reconciliation deadline as negotiations continue. Lawmakers raise aviation safety concerns related to spectrum auction talks in reconciliation. And defense and intelligence officials testify about their budgets against a backdrop of strikes in the Middle East. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, June 16, 2025.

A stablecoin regulation bill is ready for a Senate passage vote next week. A key House Republican opposes the Senate's proposed land sales provision in reconciliation. And Democrats want an investigation into federal agents' treatment of California Sen. Alex Padilla yesterday. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, June 13, 2025.

The first full Appropriations Committee markup is set for Tuesday. Senate Republicans' reconciliation work continues as more committees roll out their proposals. And a rescissions package heads toward a planned floor vote this week. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, June 9, 2025.

The first full Appropriations Committee markup is set for Tuesday. Senate Republicans' reconciliation work continues as more committees roll out their proposals. And a rescissions package heads toward a planned floor vote this week. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, June 9, 2025.

What happens when machine identities outnumber human ones by a hundred to one? That's not a future scenario. It's already happening. In this episode, I'm joined by David Higgins, Senior Director at CyberArk, for a deep conversation about identity security in an environment increasingly shaped by AI agents, autonomous systems, and blurred digital boundaries. David brings clarity to the growing risks tied to machine credentials and explains why so many organisations are still struggling with password reuse, unsecured personal devices, and outdated security awareness efforts. We explore the rise of deepfake scams, AI-powered impersonation, and the worrying trend of attackers bypassing savvy users by targeting helpdesks and support channels instead. What stood out is how David reframes the conversation around human behaviour and responsibility. Rather than blaming users as the weakest link, he argues that identity security needs to be rooted in context, culture, and proactive design. From adaptive authentication to just-in-time access models, there are smarter ways forward that balance security and user experience without turning employees into roadblocks. And we go even further. We talk about the next phase of risk, where AI agents aren't just tools but semi-autonomous actors capable of learning and adapting. What happens when one of these agents goes off-script? What safeguards are in place if they begin to behave in ways their developers didn't anticipate? This episode is not about hype. It's a practical look at what identity-first security really means in a machine-dominated environment. So let's hear it: do you think your business is ready for this shift? Or are we still relying too much on assumptions that no longer hold up? Let me know what you think after listening.

Senators continue to work on changes to a reconciliation bill. The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee unveils its budget reconciliation proposal. And House appropriators try to finalize their topline spending numbers. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, June 6, 2025.

Fiscal 2026 appropriations markups start this week after the Trump administration unveiled a more detailed budget request on Friday. The reconciliation ball is in Senate Republicans' court. And a stablecoin regulation bill nears a Senate vote – but proposed amendments could pose a problem. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, June 2, 2025.

With recent measles and pertussis outbreaks and a record number of pediatric influenza deaths this season poor vaccine uptake and vaccine hesitancy are in the media. What do we know about vaccine hesitancy since the beginning of the COVID pandemic.  First author David Higgins and editor Dr. Jacobson discuss the article in press "The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Parental Childhood Vaccine Attitudes in the US."  Read the full article here: https://www.academicpedsjnl.net/article/S1876-2859(25)00054-3/abstract  

Senate Republicans are ready to change the House's budget reconciliation package. Appropriators could get more guidance on the Trump administration's budget request as soon as next week. And the Supreme Court allows Trump to fire members of national labor boards while court cases continue. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, May 23, 2025.

The House passed its sprawling reconciliation bill this morning. House appropriators schedule their markups for next year's spending bills. And Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is back on the Hill to defend her department's proposed budget cuts. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Thursday, May 22, 2025.

The GOP reconciliation bill is a step closer to a House floor vote. Budget testimony continues with the secretaries of State and Interior heading to the Hill this week, among others. And Democrats are decrying an attempt to get DOGE into the Government Accountability Office. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, May 19, 2025.

The House reconciliation bill gets a Budget Committee markup, though GOP concerns remain. The Supreme Court could back some restrictions on nationwide injunctions. And Democrats further press Trump on plans to accept a jumbo jet from the Qatari royal family. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, May 16, 2025.

This week, three House committees push final pieces of the GOP's reconciliation plan. Multiple Cabinet members again head to Capitol Hill for budget hearings. And Trump flies to the Middle East for meetings with Arab leaders. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, May 12, 2025.

Expectations for reconciliation tax cuts shift, and Trump backs a higher rate for top earners. A key senator is already floating a return to the Senate's two-step budget reconciliation approach. And the path to a full State Department reauthorization is paved with potential Democratic objections. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, May 9, 2025.

Good morning. Appropriators get into the swing of things this week as hearings follow the White House unveiling its "skinny" budget request. At the same time, House reconciliation markups seem likely to slow down. And a tire emissions rule is set for a procedural vote in the Senate today. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, May 5, 2025.

The White House sends Congress its fiscal 2026 budget outline today ahead of related hearings next week. As Republicans keep working on tax and Medicaid language, their reconciliation timeline could be shifting. And Trump's Waltz switch-up means a testy confirmation process is ahead. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, May 2, 2025.

Budget reconciliation markups kick off this week. A trio of joint resolutions up for House consideration could depart from precedent. And the Trump administration will cross the 100-day mark this week. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, April 28, 2025.

Ireland is seeing a surge in gold investment, driven by economic uncertainty, inflation fears, and a growing desire for financial security.Andrea is joined by David Higgins, Head of Trading at Merrion Vaults, to find out what's behind this gold rush, why more Irish people are turning to precious metals, and what it means for investors today…

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!David Higgins from Duco joins G Lane to chat about the creation of the Black Clash, how he got through all the red tape, and he makes a MASSIVE announcement! Also, G Lane runs him through the infamous '22 in 2' questions (12:53)... Brought to you by Export Ultra!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!Matt Heath and Finn Caddie join ACC Head G Lane, who all braved the weather to make it into work today (00:00)... Then the fellas create a movement to bring back the work drinks trolley (05:00) and Bruce McLaren's role in the history of Formula 1 (07:30)! Next, they discuss Rieko Ioane heading to Leinster in Ireland to join his good mate Johnny Sexton (15:10)...Plus, David Higgins from Duco joins G Lane to chat about the creation of the Black Clash, how he got through all the red tape, and he makes a MASSIVE announcement (28:03)! Also, G Lane runs him through the infamous '22 in 2' questions... Brought to you by Export Ultra!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawmakers have started their two-week recess, but when they get back, Republicans will be tasked with writing their reconciliation bill. A key challenge will be how to deal with potential controversial cuts to Medicaid. And some Republicans are also wary of zeroing out certain clean energy incentives. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, April 11, 2025.

Good morning. House leaders hope to adopt a revised budget resolution the Senate OK'd over the weekend. The House is also expected to take up measures that were postponed from last week. And Trump's trade representative testifies twice this week as tariffs roil the markets. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, April 7, 2025.

A "vote-a-rama" on the budget resolution is set to begin — but a slow-rolled procedural vote raises potential concerns. Republican senators release bills that would limit Trump's tariff abilities. And an inspector general investigates the Defense secretary's use of a controversial Signal group chat. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, April 4, 2025.

Trump's pick to lead the Joint Chiefs of Staff is going before the Senate Armed Services Committee this week. Trump throws his support behind a D.C. budget fix, with the ball in Speaker Johnson's court. And Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy heads to the Hill to pitch Trump's infrastructure goals. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, March 31, 2025.

Senate Republicans push forward on a revised budget resolution as House GOP tax writers continue their own work. Conservatives focus on attacking Planned Parenthood ahead of Supreme Court oral arguments next week. And Trump's withdrawal of Elise Stefanik's nomination for U.N. ambassador will reboot the confirmation process. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, March 28, 2025.

Republicans enter a key period for reconciliation talks. The Supreme Court hears oral arguments in a case about race in redistricting. And lawmakers weigh air transportation improvement efforts ahead of a panel's hearing on the Potomac collision earlier this year. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, March 24, 2025.

Manager David Higgins has speculated on the timing of Joseph Parker's chance to fight unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk. The World Boxing Organisation has ordered Usyk to take a mandatory defence of his WBO title against Parker, which would also likely put his remaining alphabet soup of belts on the line. The news came hours after reports of Usyk's camp negotiating for an undisputed bout with IBF champion Daniel Dubois, who allegedly pulled out of last month's fight with Parker due to illness. Higgins told Mike Hosking that at the end of the day, who Usyk fights will be up to him. But he says if he chooses to ignore the order by the WBO, he'll be stripped of his title. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawmakers await the expected release of a long-term CR. Federal firings and program cuts continue to cause consternation. And Democrats hope to revive a package of health care "extenders." David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, March 7, 2025.

Appropriators near agreement on a fiscal 2025 topline, but it may not matter. A deputy secretary at Homeland Security could be confirmed today. And a key House Republican says the 2017 tax cuts could be extended eight or nine years. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Thursday, March 6, 2025.

A long-term CR faces a squeeze from both sides. Republicans in the Senate ponder how to handle the House budget resolution. And legislation to nullify a CFPB rule on payment apps is teed up for a vote in the Senate. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

Trump delivers an address to a joint session of Congress. Republicans hope to release a long-term CR this weekend. And tariffs against Canada and Mexico are set to take effect today. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

The House and Senate prepare for an address by Trump, and for budget talks. Education nominee Linda McMahon gets a confirmation vote. And Republicans target environmental rules from late in Biden's term. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, March 3, 2025.

The White House seeks "anomalies" for a long-term continuing resolution. A House panel looks to get a jump on possible tax provisions for a reconciliation bill. And Trump plans to impose his tariffs on Mexico and Canada next week. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

There's competition over the rugby broadcast rights. British streaming disruptor DAZN is reportedly being courted by New Zealand Rugby. Talks with Sky have been dragging on – it's understood the broadcaster's offered $85 million dollars a year to renew, a smaller bid than its current deal of $111 million a year. Duco Events founder David Higgins told Mike Hosking he believes people would pay for DAZN just for the rugby – initially. He says they'd have to get everything right, including having the players become interesting stars, not robots. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

House Republicans are set to act on their budget resolution this week. Lawmakers raise concerns about Defense firings and an unusual email to federal workers. And Labor nominee Lori Chavez-DeRemer will get a committee vote this week. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, Feb. 24, 2025.

The Senate has adopted its budget resolution — and the House is ready to consider its own next week. A short CR may be needed even if lawmakers reach a deal on full spending bills. And Sen. Mitch McConnell, set to retire after 2026, will leave a judiciary-focused legacy. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, Feb. 21, 2025.

Appropriators want more time to negotiate a fiscal 2025 topline. The Trump administration sketches a plan for reciprocal tariffs. And the House looks to next steps on its budget blueprint. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.

Good morning. House Republicans could delay their budget resolution markup. DNI nominee Tulsi Gabbard is up next for a potential confirmation vote this week. And the Council on Environmental Quality's regulatory abilities are now in question. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, Feb. 10, 2025.

Good morning. House Republicans could delay their budget resolution markup. DNI nominee Tulsi Gabbard is up next for a potential confirmation vote this week. And the Council on Environmental Quality's regulatory abilities are now in question. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, Feb. 10, 2025.

House Republicans are coming together on a budget resolution as the Senate GOP prepares for action next week. A federal judge pauses the Trump administration's buyout offer for federal employees. And the top Senate and House GOP appropriators are narrowing their fiscal 2025 topline differences, but they'll still have to account for Democrats. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, Feb. 7, 2025.

Trump's top trade nominee is in the spotlight this week as tariffs are imposed. Congress looks to advance fracking legislation and Trump's nominee for Energy secretary. And the midair collision over the Potomac River draws attention to issues facing the air traffic control workforce. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, Feb. 3, 2025.

The Transportation secretary slot looks about to be filled. A Senate committee hears about the impact of the Panama Canal. And Donald Trump pauses many federal grants and loans. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025.

The Senate votes on the nomination of Scott Bessent to lead the Treasury Department. It's not yet clear what Trump will do regarding a drug price negotiation law. And Trump forecasts a potential attempt to eliminate FEMA. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, Jan. 27, 2025.

Pete Hegseth's DOD nomination goes to a final floor vote. A challenge to Trump's birthright citizenship order is first in a line of expected legal battles for the new administration. And the House minority leader prepares to play hardball on spending and debt. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, Jan. 24, 2025.

Senate consideration of Cabinet nominees continues after President Donald Trump's first day back in office. Trump's Day 1 executive orders range from climate policy to immigration. And the so-called Department of Government Efficiency comes under attack from lawsuits. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025.

Donald Trump gets sworn as president in today, but some Cabinet nominees may still have a long way to go. Trump's inauguration moves indoors. And House Republicans weigh their options with a detailed budget reconciliation menu. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, Jan. 20, 2025.

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has a confirmation hearing as the proposed nominee as Homeland Security secretary. Key Republicans raise their goals for defense spending. And the hard-line House Freedom Caucus backs the Senate GOP's preferred reconciliation method. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, Jan. 17, 2025.

Lawmakers are looking at a government shutdown unless Congress can pass a funding bill in the coming hours. Some GOP senators are unsure about Trump's ability to end birthright citizenship. And RFK Jr.'s agenda could find common ground with the FDA as it redefines "healthy." David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, Dec. 20, 2024.

Disputes over aid for farmers delay the release of a stopgap funding resolution. The House Budget chair says a two-part reconciliation effort has momentum. And House steering panels continue to map out the makeup of committees for the 119th Congress. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, Dec. 16, 2024.

Congressional leaders want stopgap funding negotiations to conclude today. The fiscal 2025 defense authorization bill is scheduled for a cloture vote Monday. And the Senate could vote on a Social Security bill next week. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, Dec. 13, 2024.