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Republicans on Capitol Hill are about to give President Donald Trump a major boost — a green light to conduct a war against Iran without worrying about Congress, at least for now. Punchbowl News' Max Cohen breaks down the latest on a pair of bipartisan war power resolutions. Plus, it's primary day in Texas and North Carolina. Here's what we're watching. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With President Donald Trump plunging the U.S. into its riskiest military gamble in two decades — overthrowing the Iranian regime — lawmakers on Capitol Hill are locked in a struggle over every facet of the conflict. Anna and Jake discuss the latest. Plus, what the Anthropic mess means for Congress. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The aftershocks of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes are rumbling once again, and all roads lead through President Trump's Justice Department. Join guest moderator Vivian Salama, Andrew Desiderio of Punchbowl News, Sarah Fitzpatrick of The Atlantic, Stephen Hayes of The Dispatch and Tarini Parti of The Wall Street Journal to discuss this and more.

At their yearly retreat, House Democrats are telling anyone who'll listen how confident they are about winning the majority in November. Dems need to flip just three seats to take control of the House, but there are more than a few roadblocks along the path. Anna and Jake break it all down. Plus, lawmakers are bracing for action against Iran. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senate Majority Leader John Thune is facing relentless pressure from all directions as he navigates a politically perilous — and MAGA-driven — fight over the SAVE America Act. Anna and Jake discuss what Thune said about the “talking filibuster” in the Senate. Plus, the latest in Democratic redistricting efforts in Virginia.  Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump delivered a State of the Union address Tuesday night in typical Trump fashion, far more political theater than substance. Anna and Jake discuss what the president did say, what he didn't say — and how it all affects Republicans facing political winds heading into a difficult midterm election. Plus, what lawmakers of both parties are saying about the lack of insight on Iran. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Passing a second reconciliation bill this year is going to be nearly impossible following the Supreme Court's blockbuster decision last week on Trump's global tariff regime. Anna and Jake break down the case in Congress for and against reconciliation. Plus, the latest on redistricting in Virginia.  Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the final week of February, with 253 days to Election Day. From DHS funding to the State of the Union, Anna and Jake discuss what congressional leaders face this week. Plus, how the Supreme Court's bombshell tariff ruling is impacting Capitol Hill. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ally breaks down her four-day trip to Texas to cover the Senate race. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Texas Democratic Senate primary is turning into one of 2026's marquee fights. Jake discusses the latest in the showdown between Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) and state Rep. James Talarico — and why Republicans are staying out of it. Plus: GOP Rep. Tony Gonzalez (Texas) faces a looming ethics probe, and Democrats hit a snag in their anti-tariff push. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The GOP establishment spent more than $60 million to kneecap Texas AG Ken Paxton's Senate campaign, but it didn't work. Jake breaks down how Paxton is surviving the cash dump against him in the primary. Plus, recent Capitol Police data is showing a major spike in threats toward members of Congress in 2025.  Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressional Democrats late Monday evening submitted their latest counteroffer to the White House on overhauling ICE operations — the newest ping-pong between the Trump administration and Hill Dems over DHS funding. Anna and Jake break down the latest.  Plus, the Trump administration wants more funds for a Golden Dome, and Congress wants to know more about what exactly it is. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security ran out Friday evening — and there doesn't seem to be any real rush to end the impasse. Anna breaks down the latest in the DHS shutdown. Plus, why Palantir is quickly becoming one of the left's most hated companies. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ally Mutnick discusses the first 2026 edition of The Tally and some of the top races to watch in the midterms. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is Friday the 13th and the massive Department of Homeland Security is set to shut down at midnight. Jake explains why this shutdown could drag on. Plus, what Rep. Jim Jordan told us on Fly Out Day about DHS, FISA and more. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The W.H. sent Dems text of their offer for DHS funding on Wednesday night, a last-minute bid to avoid a shutdown for the massive department and its 260,000 employees. Anna and Jake discuss the latest. Plus, how AIPAC's misstep in New Jersey is boosting progressives.  Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The House is now going to have open season on Trump's tariffs, while the Senate is barreling toward Friday's funding deadline for DHS. Anna and Jake break down the latest. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Democratic leaders rejected a White House counteroffer on DHS reforms with just three days until the funding deadline. Jake and Anna discuss the latest. Plus, Johnson faces a tariff rebellion, and the latest in a massive lobbying fight over broadcast caps. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's shutdown week once again for Congress with DHS funding set to run out on Friday. Anna and Jake break it all down. Plus, the latest in the Clinton-Comer clash.  Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Defense reporter Anthony Adragna dives deeper into Tulsi Gabbard's presence at an unprecedented FBI raid of the Fulton County elections office. Plus, Anthony talks about getting his library card at the Library of Congress. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congress is once again in a crisis with funding for DHS set to run out in a week and no solution in sight. Anna and Jake break down the political dynamics over ICE reforms. Plus, the latest out of New Jersey's high-stakes Democratic primary. And what Rep. Anna Paulina Luna told us on Fly Out Day. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Florida Rep. Anna Paulina Luna stopped by the Punchbowl News Townhouse — and covered a lot. From the SAVE Act and the filibuster to the Russia-Ukraine war and even UFOs. PLUS: MS NOW's Mychael Schnell and Punchbowl News' John Bresnahan jump in for a spirited round of That's Not Gonna Fly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vulnerable Republicans have a big political problem on their hands. Jake breaks down the GOP's political crunch over affordability in the upcoming midterm elections. Plus, Democrats unveil a sweeping list of demands for DHS and ICE reforms as funding talks stall. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With most of the government funded through Sept. 30, DHS is now facing a funding cliff in just nine days. Anna and Jake break down why there's no deal in sight and what options leaders have next. Plus, AIPAC faces its first major test of the 2026 midterms, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hits the Hill under intense scrutiny. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The government shutdown is set to end — but another funding cliff is already looming. Jake breaks down the latest and why DHS funding is headed for another fight in 10 days. Plus: The Clintons strike a last-minute deal to avoid being held in criminal contempt of Congress. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The government is shut down…again. Jake breaks down how a Senate-White House deal on funding could blow up in the House, why Jeffries doesn't feel bound by it, and what that means for Johnson as Republicans try to move a DHS stopgap on their own. Plus: the tough week ahead for House Democrats. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Senate passed a government funding deal to avert a partial shutdown Friday with almost no time to spare, but it wasn't easy getting there. 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

Can the Senate land a funding deal before the shutdown deadline? Anna and Jake break down the latest negotiations and Sen. Lindsey Graham's roadblock. Plus: New polling from Sen. Tom Cotton's PAC on ICE and immigration enforcement. Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and the White House are negotiating a framework to pass five of the six outstanding FY2026 funding bills as the shutdown clock ticks. Anna and Jake discuss the details. Plus, what a Senate deal would mean for Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republicans. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senate Republicans are going deal-hunting with skeptical Democrats to avert a government shutdown. Jake and Anna break down the latest in the race to fund the government.  Plus: Secretary of State Marco Rubio faces a high-stakes Capitol Hill gauntlet over Trump's foreign policy. We preview what to expect.  Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump has his back against a wall after the deadly Minneapolis shootings, with fallout hitting DHS funding talks and looming shutdown politics. Jake and Anna break down how Democratic candidates are recalibrating their positions on ICE on the campaign trail. Plus: a Texas Senate primary turns negative. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at ⁠punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congress races toward a potential government shutdown after deadly shootings in Minnesota spark a political firestorm over DHS and ICE funding. Anna and Jake break down the week ahead. Plus: Tax season begins with a leaderless IRS. And Democrats gear up for high-stakes redistricting battles in Virginia and Maryland.  Punchbowl News is on YouTube ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at ⁠punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Desiderio discusses his experience traveling with a CODEL to Denmark, where a bipartisan group of lawmakers tried to reassure Danes amid Trump's escalating threats to acquire Greenland. 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

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is pushing to host an IndyCar race on the National Mall as part of the America250 celebration, but Democrats aren't too thrilled about the idea. Anna and Jake break down the role Congress plays in the planning. Plus: How the House passed the final four appropriations bills for the year, a stunning turnaround in just nine weeks. Punchbowl News is on YouTube ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at ⁠punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to testify on Capitol Hill over U.S. actions in Venezuela and beyond. Anna and Jake break down what to expect. Plus, House Democrats are wrestling with how to vote on DHS funding amid internal divides. Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bowing to industry pressure, Senate Banking abruptly postponed its vote on the crypto market structure bill last week. Brendan Pedersen, senior policy reporter at Punchbowl News and editor of its Vault newsletter, details the dynamics behind the meltdown. He also discusses the odds for the Trump-led push to curb interchange fees and HFSC Chairman French Hill's efforts to pass community bank reg relief.

The House is the only show in town this week. Anna and Jake break down what to watch as lawmakers juggle government funding, tariffs and the GOP's attendance issue. Plus, Sen. Thom Tillis sounds off from Denmark. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A bipartisan group of lawmakers who traveled to Copenhagen on an urgent mission to reassure Danish leaders amid Trump's escalating threats to acquire Greenland had a straightforward message. Watch this episode on YouTube ⁠here!⁠ Punchbowl News is on YouTube ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠ ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at ⁠punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Vault co-author Brendan Pedersen talks about his insane week covering financial policy news, including Jay Powell and the CCCA. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House Republican leadership's headaches are taking center stage after another floor loss. Plus, Jake and Anna dig into Congress' trip to Denmark and their Fly Out Day interview with Sen. Tim Kaine on war powers and the midterms. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Senate is headed into recess with no Obamacare deal in sight, raising doubts about reviving the enhanced subsidies. Jake breaks down why a deal is growing out of reach.  Plus, Democrats are revolting against a DHS funding bill amid ICE backlash. And the latest on the bipartisan crypto push in the Senate Banking Committee. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are appropriators finally getting their mojo back? Anna and Jake dig into signs appropriators may be clawing back power as the House advances bipartisan funding bills ahead of a looming deadline.  Plus, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer takes a victory lap on Senate recruitment as Democrats eye a tough 2026 map. Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump's economic approach is sending shockwaves through Wall Street and corporate America. Jake and Anna discuss how Trump is changing American capitalism. Plus, inside a heated meeting where vulnerable House Democrats confronted DNC Chair Ken Martin over the committee's anemic fundraising and midterm plans. Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump is escalating his fight with the Federal Reserve, opening a new front that's rattling Republicans and testing the Fed's independence. Can the Hill save the Fed? Plus, Senate GOP leaders are pouring money into Texas as Sen. John Cornyn fights for political survival. Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diego Munhoz breaks down CES in Las Vegas, including which lawmakers he spotted at the convention and the latest tech products. 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

It's election year blues for GOP leaders on Capitol Hill. Anna and Jake break down Republicans' rocky start to 2026, the growing GOP messaging mess and why foreign policy fights are complicating life for party leaders. Plus, Democrats' tricky Venezuela bind and the high-stakes redistricting debate unfolding in Virginia. Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump is once again rattling health care talks. Anna and Jake break down how. Plus, Republicans' are scrambling to avoid a rare defeat on a War Powers vote tied to Venezuela — and where things stand on government funding ahead of the Jan. 30 deadline. Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Democrats are split on how far to go in pushing back on President Donald Trump's actions in Venezuela as a war powers vote gains momentum. Anna and Jake discuss the latest. Plus, Congress is barreling toward another ACA showdown, and Sen. Tim Scott takes a high-stakes gamble on landmark crypto legislation. Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices