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Back to SearchThe 8-figure mission to try to rescue Cornyn
Sen. John Cornyn is in deep trouble. With polling showing him trailing Texas AG Ken Paxton by double digits, the Senate Leadership Fund is warning do…
10 months ago
The 2026 Senate map: Hits and misses
Democrats see only a narrow path to reclaiming the Senate in 2026 — but a handful of key states could still deliver a surprise. Anna breaks down the …
10 months, 1 week ago
The Readback: The fog of tech policy
Tech reporter Ben Brody discusses the impact of tariffs on semiconductors and President Trump's calling for the removal of Intel's CEO this past week…
10 months, 1 week ago
Inside the GOP's redistricting push
Republicans are mounting an unprecedented mid-decade redistricting push — one they hope could net double-digit House seats heading into 2026. Anna Pa…
10 months, 1 week ago
The generational brawl inside the Democratic Party
Democrats face a growing generational rift as younger challengers line up to take on veteran incumbents in a series of high-stakes primaries. Anna Pa…
10 months, 1 week ago
Members flock to Israel as Gaza war deepens
Lawmakers head to Israel as the Gaza crisis deepens, testing Democratic divisions over support for Israel. Anna is joined by Punchbowl News Reporter …
10 months, 1 week ago
Schatz secures Schumer’s backing
Sen. Brian Schatz is all but locked in as the next Senate Democratic whip — and possibly a future leader — with Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s backi…
10 months, 1 week ago
Schumer, Jeffries demand 'Big 4' talks
Anna is joined by Punchbowl News Reporter Max Cohen to break down Democrats’ push for a high-stakes leadership meeting on government funding. Plus: A…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
The Readback: Kentucky Hemp Wars
Portal newsletter author Samantha Handler discusses Sen. Rand Paul's effort to strip out language that would close a hemp regulatory loophole in the …
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Netanyahu's massive problem with Dems
Democrats are breaking from tradition, moving to block arms sales to Israel amid growing concerns over the war in Gaza. Anna and Jake break it all do…
10 months, 2 weeks ago