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CQ Budget

CQ Roll Call
Donald Trump
Defense Spending
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House Appropriations Committee
Veterans Affairs
Congress
Freedom Caucus
Fiscal 2025
Tom Cole
Oklahoma
Homeland Security Bill
House Of Representatives
Farm Bill
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Immigration Policy
Foreign Aid
Gaza
U.S. Congress
Continuing Resolution
State Foreign Operations Bill

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

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A partial government shutdown enters its second week with both parties dug in for a protracted fight and congressional leaders unwilling to negotiate. CQ Roll Call's Aidan Quigley, Peter Cohn and David Lerman assess the roadblocks to a deal that coul... more

A partisan divide over extending health insurance subsidies that expire at year's end threatens to trigger a partial government shutdown next week. CQ Roll Call's Sandhya Raman and David Lerman explain what the fight is about, why it's been so intrac... more

With barely three weeks to spare, Congress and the Trump administration are struggling to settle on a strategy for a funding extension that would avoid a partial government shutdown next month. CQ Roll Call's Aidan Quigley and David Lerman discuss th... more

Democrats are warning that Republicans risk a partial government shutdown next month if they don't resist President Donald Trump's plan to claw back $4.9 billion in foreign aid through a so-called pocket rescission. CQ Roll Call's Paul M. Krawzak and... more

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Paul Krawzak
Senior budget writer at CQ Roll Call
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Episode: Pivotal test for House budget
Caitlin Reilly
Tax policy analyst at CQ Roll Call
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Episode: Budget reconciliation stalls
Aidan Quigley
Appropriations reporter at CQ Roll Call
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Episode: Political fallout over spending
Peter Cohn
Managing editor at CQ Roll Call
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Episode: Post-election end game
Rachel Oswald
Report covering foreign policy at CQ Roll Call
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Border security and foreign aid fights
Mike Macagnone
Reporter covering the Supreme Court and Homeland Security spending
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Border security and foreign aid fights
Caroline Coudriet
Covers defense policy at CQ Roll Call.
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Defense spending schism
Olivia Bridges
Covers agriculture policy for CQ Roll Call
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Episode: Food stamps fight

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David Lerman
Host focusing on federal budget tracking and the implications of legislative decisions on financial policy, frequently including analysis of political developments and budget processes.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 35 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 States5 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 States7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the expertise and clarity provided by the host, especially regarding complex budgetary issues.
The content is valuable for busy professionals seeking quick updates on federal budget developments, praised for its informative nature without bias.

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Budget battle in the House
Q: What is the argument House leaders are making to rally support?
They argue that this is just the beginning of the process and emphasize bipartisan work on the reconciliation bill which is crucial after agreeing on the budget resolution.
Budget battle in the House
Q: Why is the hard right Freedom Caucus all upset about this?
They are upset because the Senate budget resolution only requires $4 billion in spending cuts over 10 years whereas the House is aiming for significantly higher cuts, highlighting a disconnect between the two chambers.
Border security and foreign aid fights
Q: Any chance they have amendments to make any effort at all to sort of up the funding for that?
None of them really seem to be aimed at increasing funding.
Border security and foreign aid fights
Q: Do you think Republicans will have the votes to pass it?
I think there are enough Republicans who don't think we can cut funding to the United Nations, but I think they could have majority Republican support.
Funding freeze turmoil
Q: Tell us what the back and forth was there and did anything come out of that?
Russell Vought said the president believes that the law is not constitutional, and that the president does have the ability to delay funding.

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