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CQ Budget

CQ Roll Call
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Donald Trump
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Federal Budget
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CQ Roll Call’s budget tracker David Lerman explains how lawmakers in Congress spend the nation’s money.

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A push for new voting restrictions has held up business in the House, including appropriations bills. CQ Roll Call's Aidan Quigley and Aris Folley join host David Lerman in assessing the leadership test facing Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., and what it... more

While House appropriators move forward with their fiscal 2027 spending bills, the usually bipartisan Senate process has run into major roadblocks with disputes over spending levels and amendments. CQ Roll Call's Aris Folley and Aidan Quigley discuss ... more

House Republicans are scrambling to produce a third reconciliation bill focused on defense spending and combating fraud, but they face numerous obstacles. CQ Roll Call's Aidan Quigley and Paul M. Krawzak join host David Lerman to assess the bill's pr... more

Republicans appeared set to clear a Senate-passed reconcilation bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies through the rest of President Donald Trump's term. CQ Roll Call's Aris Folley and Paul M. Krawzak join host David Lerman to discuss the fina... more

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Aris Folley
CQ's budget and appropriations reporter
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Spending split
Paul Krawzak
Senior budget reporter for CQ Roll Call
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Critical test for immigration funding
John Donnelly
Senior defense writer at CQ Roll Call
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Uncertain path for Iran war funding
Michael Macagnone
Michael Macagnone, covers the Supreme Court for CQ Roll Call
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Tug-of-war over tariffs
Savannah Behrmann
Covers Senate leadership for CQ Roll Call
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Immigration enforcement standoff
Chris Johnson
Immigration reporter
CQ
Episode: Homeland Security spending spat
Valerie Yurk
Reporter covering House leadership
CQ
Episode: Homeland Security spending spat
Jacob Fulton
Reporter covering Homeland Security standoff
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Immigration funding impasse
Sandhya Raman
Health care reporter for CQ Roll Call
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Last chance for the year

Hosts

David Lerman
Host; Budget team editor at CQ Roll Call; CQ Budget podcast host
Aris Folley
Appropriations reporter; CQ Roll Call; budget/appropriations expert
Aidan Quigley
CQ's budget tracker; appropriations reporter; host of CQ Budget Podcast
Paul Krawzak
Senior budget writer; CQ Roll Call; budget policy expert

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Love the show!

    David Lerman and his colleagues demonstrate their expertise on the federal budget process. Have a great day, David!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    love but hate you
    United States6 years ago
  • Great for quick, non-partisan budget updates

    I’m an MPP who doesn’t always have time to keep track of the federal budget process. This podcast has helped me stay afloat of what is going on each week, featuring the overall budget picture as well as specific aspects like an appropriation or CBO report. Great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alexgam72
    United States8 years ago

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Guests are consistently industry experts who add deep context to complex funding debates.
Listeners appreciate the host's clear, practical breakdowns of budget processes and reconciliation options.
The show provides timely, non-partisan updates that are useful for staying on top of budget news.

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'Anti-weaponization' fund retreat
Q: What is the plan from Senate Democrats to address the fund on the floor?
Democrats plan to force votes and amendments to ensure the issue cannot be ducked by Republicans, signaling an intent to make the fund a bargaining chip and a test of party positions.
'Anti-weaponization' fund retreat
Q: Aidan, what is the betting right now on what they're going to do?
The timing is still unclear, but the likely paths include either embedding a prohibition in the reconciliation bill or pursuing restrictions, with the ultimate goal of killing or severely limiting the fund, depending on how many Republicans are willing to support such moves.
Spending split
Q: What is reconciliation 3.0, and what are the prospects for advancing it?
Reconciliation 3.0 would be a large, partisan package to address budget needs, but its passage hinges on offsets and political support across chambers; administration pushes for action, but deep partisan divides and the tight August-to-September schedule make timely passage uncertain.
Spending split
Q: What is the role of amendments in this process, and why are they so contentious?
Amendments can alter or derail bills, especially if they touch on sensitive issues like weaponization or the White House priorities; Republicans worry Democrats will push amendments that jeopardize passage, while Democrats worry about GOP amendments constraining their priorities, making partisan markups more likely and riskier.
Spending split
Q: Can you walk me through the major problems facing Senate appropriators?
The biggest hurdle is agreeing on a top-line number and the defense/non-defense split, because Republicans want more defense while Democrats push for more non-defense spending; without a sign-off on the top line, markups in both chambers may stall, and bipartisan progress remains uncertain.

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What is CQ Budget about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on how federal dollars get spent, with deep dives into budget processes, reconciliation, and how big-ticket items like defense and homeland security shape spending. Episodes frequently forecast political dynamics on Capitol Hill, explore funding gaps, and bring in reporters and budget experts to explain how budget bills navigate between the White House, House, and Senate. Notable strengths include timely, real-time budgeting analysis, clear explanations of complex procedures, and on-the-ground reporting from CQ Roll Call's budget beat. This makes it a practical listen for policy professionals, lobbyists, and corporate partners tracking government funding cycles, appropriations fights, and the implications of partisan budget... more

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