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The Daily Punch

Punchbowl News
Donald Trump
Obamacare
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Weekday mornings, The Daily Punch brings you inside Capitol Hill, the White House and Washington for an unfiltered look at the key players and stakes of all major issues of the day. Power. People. Politics. Hosted by Punchbowl News founders, journalists and best-selling authors Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman.

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Latest Episodes

For the second week in a row, Speaker Mike Johnson was railroaded by his own colleagues in the House Republican Conference.

Anna and Jake break down what went wrong and what might come next. Plus, DeGette and Bennet lose in Colorado — and what the S... more

Special projects reporter Shania Shelton joins deputy congressional editor Robert O'Shaughnessy to discuss the players in the world of U.S. housing policy.

Plus, Punchbowl News Founder and CEO Anna Palmer sits down with Colin Allen, executive direct... more

Speaker Mike Johnson is tying the SAVE America Act to the NDAA in a bid to keep the House moving this week. But will the maneuver be enough to stop the bleeding in the House Republican Conference?

Punchbowl News Congressional Reporter Max Cohen join... more

It’s July 4th week. The Senate is out. The House is in session through Thursday — as of now. Punchbowl News Congressional Reporter Max Cohen and Defense Reporter Anthony Adragna break down what we’re watching this week.

Plus, the GOP’s SAVE Act rift... more

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Recent Guests

Em Luetkemeyer
House Republican reporter making her Readback debut
Punchbowl News
Episode: Readback: How lawmakers reacted to Trump tanking the housing deal
Andrew Garbarino
New York Representative, House Homeland Security Committee Chair
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Fly Out Day: Rep. Garbarino on FISA, AI threats and New York politics
Mike Flood
Representative from Nebraska, Chair of the House Financial Services Committee's Housing Insurance Subcommittee
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Future of Housing: Leading Voice
Brendan Pedersen
Vault reporter extraordinaire covering housing legislation and policy
Punchbowl News
Episode: Readback: How to save a housing agenda
James Braid
White House Director of Legislative Affairs
White House
Episode: Fly Out Day: Trump's man on Capitol Hill speaks
Igor Bobic
Notus reporter
Notus
Episode: Fly Out Day: Trump's man on Capitol Hill speaks
Ted Cruz
Senator, Republican of Texas; Chair of the Senate Commerce Committee
U.S. Senate
Episode: Fly Out Day: Sen. Ted Cruz on his quest to change college sports
Laura Weiss
Co-host/reporter joining from Iowa to discuss Congress and campaigns
Punchbowl News
Episode: Readback: Crisscrossing the Hawkeye State
Briana Reilly
Star Defense Reporter
Punchbowl News
Episode: Readback: The war powers vote that wasn't

Hosts

Anna Palmer
Co-host, The Daily Punch; co-founder of Punchbowl News; provides insider Capitol Hill reporting and strategic context.
Jake Sherman
Co-host, The Daily Punch; co-founder of Punchbowl News; known for insider Capitol Hill analysis and reporting.
Max Cohen
Host of Punchbowl News Readback; contributes on-the-ground reporting and framing for major policy discussions.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Just goofing with you,

    Did you just say a “game” of jiu jitsu? lol ….1. it’s not a game. It’s an art. People train years and dedicate their lives to that life. They are their own weapon.. And 2. Please don’t disrespect the martial art by even mentioning his name in the sport. Not a good metaphor. Dude would get smashed by a 12 yr old.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lazy_service
    United States2 months ago
  • Disappointing

    I’ve been listening to you all for a while now and I had hoped you would be more steadfast in your support of the victims from the Epstein Files. Having Jim Jordan on for an extended interview to cover his and Bondi’s butts after that horror show of a hearing is just sincerely disappointing.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Zetta/Zed
    United States5 months ago
  • Finally someone talks about Johnson’s “woman” problem

    This has been the case since he forced out Cathy McMorris-Rogers by refusing to pass her signature legislation. He’s undermined women in leadership right and left. No body is reporting on this and Republican women are likely only to speak off-the-record.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Cme2see
    United States7 months ago
  • Phish, GW Basketball, and more!

    I always start my morning by listening to Jake and Anna. They’re funny and insightful. No better source for updates on GW basketball and the latest Phsih tour. Oh, and sometimes they talk Congress too (and they know their stuff!). Keep up the great work guys!! I know it’s not easy doing this at 5 AM every day!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deep State D
    United States7 months ago
  • Misses many insider points

    This podcast is 100% left leaning so it is good to hear the Democrat strategies when the host “debates” a Republican rather than interview him that tells it all. mention Schumer's gamble of assigning Chris Murphy to “negotiate” with Republicans and to NOT mention that Chris Murphy is a radical anti-gun and pro-confiscation advocate is terribly misleading and leaves the audience with the wrong impression that the Dems are actually trying to get an agreement. Then you focus on the right who used... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Redduke916
    United States8 months ago

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Audience feedback often notes strong coverage of Capitol Hill dynamics with occasional audio/read quality issues.
Listeners appreciate the insider Washington angle and daily cadence, but some critique audio quality and perceived bias.
Critiques frequently mention editorial balance and seek more depth on some insider points.
Fans value concise, fast updates and field reporting that adds color to policy debates.

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#249
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Future of Housing: Leading Voice
Q: What are Flood's top takeaways from the bill?
Key takeaways include the elimination of the chassis requirement for manufactured homes, modifications to the Home Investment Partnerships Program and the Community Development Block Grant, and the expectation of an explosion in manufactured housing.
Future of Housing: Leading Voice
Q: How did Flood categorize this legislation?
He described it as the most significant housing legislation in 36 years, with multiple provisions aimed at easing barriers to homeownership.
Readback: How to save a housing agenda
Q: What is next on the beat after this housing bill moves forward?
The next major focus is crypto market structure reforms, with discussions ongoing to hammer out components of the bill amid money-laundering concerns and regulatory guardrails, aiming to integrate crypto into the financial system before the August recess.
Readback: How to save a housing agenda
Q: How did the House's dynamics, including the slim majority and the Freedom Caucus concerns, influence the bargaining and leverage in this process?
The narrow House majority gave rank-and-file members more leverage to demand changes, pushing the negotiators to address red lines and central bank digital currency concerns while maintaining enough cross-party support to pass the package.
Readback: How to save a housing agenda
Q: What changed in the past week to get it over the finish line and on a glide path through Congress?
The key change was the House making adjustments that reconciled with the Senate's version, followed by a series of concessions from both chambers, plus a continuity of collaboration between Warren and Scott that kept the deal intact.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Daily Punch

What is The Daily Punch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show delivers fast, weekday briefings on Capitol Hill, the White House, and major policy fights with insider access and brisk, battleground-style analysis. Episodes commonly cover governance dynamics, congressional maneuvering, and high-stakes policy debates—from redistricting and budget fights to regulatory and foreign policy matters—often pairing frontline reporting with sharp host commentary. A standout trait is the blend of on-the-ground field reports, exclusive sourcing, and candid discussions about leadership, strategy, and the behind-the-scenes process shaping U.S. politics. This mix makes it a go-to for listeners who want a concise, inside-baseball view of how power moves in Washington, with occasional lighter banter to keep the... more

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7. Ted Cruz
8. Laura Weiss

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