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CQ Budget

CQ Roll Call
Donald Trump
Defense Spending
Funding Allocations
House Appropriations Committee
Veterans Affairs
Congress
Fiscal 2025
Tom Cole
Oklahoma
Freedom Caucus
Homeland Security Bill
U.S. Congress
House Of Representatives
Farm Bill
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Immigration Policy
Foreign Aid
Gaza
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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The House and Senate standoff over homeland security funding exposed a stunning disconnect between the top two Republican leaders. CQ Roll Call's Aidan Quigley and David Lerman discuss the clash over funding strategies between the two chambers, the p... more

President Donald Trump is preparing to send Congress a fiscal 2027 budget request, even as lawmakers try to find a deal on this year's Homeland Security funding and consider a potential supplemental funding package for the Iran war. CQ Roll Call's Ai... more

The Trump administration has sent mixed signals about plans for a supplemental war funding package, while providing Congress with little information about the costs of military operations against Iran. CQ Roll Call's John M. Donnelly and David Lerman... more

President Donald Trump threatened to block all legislation until Congress passes an expanded voter ID bill that Democrats oppose. CQ Roll Call's Paul M. Krawzak and David Lerman assess what the president's stance means for long-stymied Homeland Secur... more

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Michael Macagnone
Michael Macagnone, covers the Supreme Court for CQ Roll Call
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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
Aris Folley
Appropriations All-Star at CQ Roll Call, back as a guest
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Appropriators get busy
Sandhya Raman
Healthcare policy reporter for CQ Roll Call.
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Health subsidies standoff
Daniela Altimari
Political reporter for CQ Roll Call
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Political fallout of 'big, beautiful bill'
Caitlin Reilly
Tax policy analyst at CQ Roll Call
CQ Roll Call
Episode: Budget reconciliation stalls

Hosts

David Lerman
Budget team editor at CQ Roll Call, specializing in federal budget analysis and appropriations processes.
Aidan Quigley
Budget tracker and guest host who covers appropriations and economic policy matters.

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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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The content is well-received for giving quick, non-partisan updates on budget-related matters, catering to professionals who may not have the time to track these topics comprehensively.
Listeners appreciate the expertise presented by the hosts, particularly around the federal budget process and appropriations topics.

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War impact on funding standoff
Q: Any other words of wisdom on this, Aris, before we wrap up?
Aris suggests monitoring potential deal signals like private signaling and the moratorium on mass federal layoffs, which could become part of a broader compromise.
War impact on funding standoff
Q: Does this strategy work?
The hosts discuss that while the moves may add urgency and put pressure on Democrats, a path to a final deal remains unclear due to divisions and the timing of votes in both chambers.
War impact on funding standoff
Q: So what's that about, Aris, and does it change anything?
Aris explains that House Republicans are pushing another vote on DHS funding to apply pressure, while the Senate is still awaiting action, with debates tying funding to broader immigration and security policy.
Homeland Security spending spat
Q: What are the main points Democrats are insisting on in the 10-demand framework?
Targets include enforcement restrictions, warrants, identification and accountability measures for agents, protections for sensitive locations, use-of-force standards, and enhanced local oversight.
Homeland Security spending spat
Q: What is driving the urgency around the DHS funding bill now?
The Friday deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security without a broader agreement on the fiscal 2026 spending package and the potential for a partial government shutdown.

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