Podcast Episodes

Israel drama comes to Capitol Hill

Anna and Jake discuss Benny Gantz's visit to Washington, which is stirring up drama back in Israel. Plus, an update on Ukraine aid and Super Tuesday.…

1 year, 10 months ago

Congress' big week ahead

Anna and Jake discuss the busy week ahead for Congress with a government funding deadline fast approaching and a State of the Union address. Plus, th…

1 year, 10 months ago

Inside Cornyn's quick-strike campaign for leader

John Cornyn is the first to declare a campaign to succeed Mitch McConnell. Plus, pro-Israel House Democrats call for a cease fire in Gaza.

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1 year, 10 months ago

Trump is wild card in Senate GOP leader race

We break down how Donald Trump's shadow will loom large over the contest to replace Mitch McConnell as the top Senate Republican. Plus, Mike Johnson'…

1 year, 10 months ago

Johnson switches course on government funding

Speaker Mike Johnson is proposing another short-term government funding resolution — but with a new twist. Plus, a preview of Hunter Biden's private …

1 year, 10 months ago

What Ron Dermer told us about the status of U.S. aid to Israel

Punchbowl News founder Jake Sherman speaks with Israeli Minister for Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer about why Congress hasn't passed aid to Israel.

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1 year, 10 months ago

Your Big Four-White House meeting cheat sheet

Everything you need to know as the Big Four congressional leaders prepare to meet with President Joe Biden, just days before a potential partial gove…

1 year, 10 months ago

Welcome to shutdown week

The government will shut down on Friday and everything is completely stuck. Plus, Congress is eyeing a delay in the Mayorkas impeachment trial. And H…

1 year, 10 months ago

Schumer arrives in Ukraine

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and a delegation of Democratic senators arrived in Lviv, Ukraine, early this morning. He spoke to us before leav…

1 year, 10 months ago

Why government funding is in trouble

Anna and Jake talk about the conundrum Congress finds itself in with just one week before a partial government shutdown. Plus: James Biden offers no …

1 year, 10 months ago