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Jake reflects on House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' Fly Out Day interview — and why this shutdown fight feels different. Jeffries opened up about his strategy, his strained dynamic with Trump and why Democrats say they won’t back down. Plus: Trump’s push for a farm bailout and the latest redistricting shake-up in North Carolina. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube!...

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries comes to the Punchbowl News Townhouse for an exclusive interview projecting confidence. Shutdown showdown: Jeffries insists Republicans will own a government shutdown, but hopes that progress could be made over the next five days. Redistricting: The House minority leader doesn't see “any circumstance” where Republicans will net 10 new seats by November 2026. T...

With a government shutdown just days away, the OMB says it will conduct mass layoffs. Plus, the Defense Department doesn't seem too worried about the prospect of a shutdown. 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

Republicans hold the upper hand in the government funding fight — but are they squandering it? With just seven days until a shutdown, Anna discusses how President Donald Trump’s sudden decision to cancel a meeting with Democratic leaders reshaped the battle and handed Democrats new political leverage. Plus, Sen. John Cornyn is rolling out a slate of GOP endorsements as he battles Texas AG Ken Paxt...

The government funding deadline is just one week away, and Washington is bracing for a shutdown. Anna breaks down the three key dynamics to watch — from Trump’s upcoming meeting with Democratic leaders, to the optics battle on Capitol Hill, to potential off-ramps in the fight over Obamacare subsidies. Plus: Kansas Republicans move to force a special redistricting session that could threaten Rep. S...

Congress is out of session this week, but the funding deadline is just days away — and a shutdown looks increasingly likely. Jake breaks down the latest dynamics on Capitol Hill, including Trump’s role in the fight, the Senate’s next move and why House Republicans may be giving up their leverage by staying home. Plus: Tens of millions of dollars are pouring into California as the redistricting bat...

Diego and Max discuss how the Chinese market regulator launched an antitrust investigation into Nvidia, accusing the American chipmaker of violating anti-monopoly laws. 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. Lear...

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer sat down with Punchbowl News for a fly-out day interview — and he didn’t hold back. We break down his strategy on government funding, why he’s bracing for a shutdown, and what it means for Democrats in this high-stakes fight. Plus: The White House quietly checks in with battleground House Democrats ahead of today’s spending vote. And how Obamacare premium subsi...

Punchbowl News co-founders Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer sit down with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for an exclusive interview discussing: The prospects of a government shutdown; who's to blame? NYC mayoral election; will Schumer endorse Zohran Mamdani? And, the Buffalo Bills Plus, Andrew Desiderio, Punchbowl News' senior congressional reporter, and Burgess Everett, Semafor's congressional...

Washington is careening toward a government shutdown, with both parties digging in. Anna and Jake break down the latest on the fight to keep the government open. Plus: inside the messy Texas GOP Senate primary that could soon add a new candidate, and the looming questions around Trump’s TikTok deal. Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investin...

A new era is underway at the Federal Reserve — but not everyone is cheering. Anna and Jake break down today’s expected rate cut, the unusual dual role of Stephen Miran and the high-stakes fight over Lisa Cook’s future at the Fed. Plus: Democrats are rolling out their counteroffer in the government funding showdown. Can it change the shutdown math? Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our cha...

Congress is barreling toward another shutdown fight — and Speaker Mike Johnson faces his toughest test yet. Can he rally his conference behind a short-term funding bill before time runs out? Anna and Jake break down Johnson’s cautious approach, Trump’s unpredictable role, and the new political incentives shaping GOP hardliners. Plus: Why the Senate might skip the NDAA again, and what’s driving Dem...

Washington is just over two weeks away from a possible government shutdown, with both parties digging in and no clear path forward. Anna and Jake break down the latest on government funding. Plus: Joe Manchin’s new book and “revenge tour” taking aim at top Democrats, and a look at House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries’ big fundraising push in California as redistricting battles heat up. Punchbowl...

Max and Ally discuss how Senate Democratic leaders are closer than ever to landing Maine Gov. Janet Mills, their top recruit to take on GOP Sen. Susan Collins in 2026. 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...

Anna and Jake discuss their wide-ranging Fly Out Day conversation with Senate Majority Leader John Thune. Thune weighed in on the looming government shutdown, Obamacare subsidies, tariffs and more. Plus, we break down what the Senate’s “nuclear” fight means for nominations — and the latest on Maryland Democrats’ redistricting debate. Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to...

Punchbowl News co-founders Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer sit down with Senate Majority Leader John Thune for an exclusive interview. They discuss:- The reaction to the assassination of Charlie Kirk- Reflect on the anniversary of 9/11- Government funding- And more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Punchbowl News Policy Reporter Samantha Handler joins Max Cohen to discuss the story of Cassey Ho, who went from a solo creator to running a multi-million dollar wellness business with 30 employees across the country. 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

Anna and Jake take a hard look at the rise of political violence in America following the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk — and what it means for the state of our political discourse. They also break down the Congressional Black Caucus leaders lining up behind Colin Allred’s Texas Senate bid, plus the latest from Capitol Hill on long-stalled data privacy legislation. Punchbowl News is on Yo...

Congress is barreling toward another funding showdown — and the odds of a shutdown are rising. Anna and Jake break down Senate Majority Leader John Thune’s strategy, a bipartisan push to repeal Syria sanctions and the latest signs that Maine Gov. Janet Mills may take on Sen. Susan Collins. Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video...

The government funding fight is taking center stage as both parties wait on President Donald Trump’s next move. Plus, a key Republican backs Trump’s Fed nominee, and Senate Republicans gear up to push through nearly 50 Trump nominees using the “nuclear option.” Anna and Jake break it all down. Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in v...

There are just 22 days until the shutdown deadline and Republicans need a plan. Plus: Anna and Jake break down how the numbers in the House are about to get even tighter.   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.new...

Max has Jake Sherman on to discuss the premiere of "Fly Out Day," Punchbowl News' weekly show. Jake offers a behind-the-scenes look at how it all came together. 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

Speaker Mike Johnson stopped by the Punchbowl News Townhouse for the premiere of "Fly Out Day." Plus, the latest in redistricting news. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

🚨 Fly Out Day Episode 1 🚨 Punchbowl News co-founders Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer sit down with Speaker Mike Johnson for an exclusive interview. They discuss: • The possibility of a government shutdown this fall • Johnson’s thoughts on how Congress is handling the Jeffrey Epstein situation • The 2026 elections Plus a conversation with CNN’s Manu Raju and the Boston Globe’s Jackie Kucinich. Plus,...

Vulnerable Republicans are worried that Obamacare subsidies are set to expire at the end of the year. Plus, Speaker Mike Johnson is on Fly Out Day, coming out tonight. 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