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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

We’re now 228 days until Election Day and Republicans are likely to lose their razor-thin majority.

The big question: Can — and will — Speaker Mike Johnson remain as the GOP leader if Republicans lose the House? If not, who succeeds him as minority ... more

Indiana Sen. Jim Banks stopped by the Punchbowl News townhouse for a wide‑ranging conversation with Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer — from the war with Iran to his state's redistricting fight and MUCH MORE!

PLUS MS NOW White House Correspondent Laura B... more

In this second installment of The AI Innovators, Anna Palmer speaks with Punchbowl News Special Projects Reporter Shania Shelton about how artificial intelligence is transforming education by personalizing lesson plans and handling administrative tas... more

Congress has sat firmly on the sidelines as President Donald Trump wages an increasingly deadly war on Iran. But that may be about to change. Anna and Jake discuss the latest.

Plus, what Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told Punchbowl News Tech Reporter Dieg... more

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Recent Guests

Jim Banks
Senator from Indiana, Member of Senate Armed Services Committee
United States Senate
Episode: Fly Out Day: Indiana Sen. Banks on the Iran war and the SAVE Act
Shania Shelton
Punchbowl News special projects reporter
Punchbowl News
Episode: The AI Innovators: Education
Diego Munhoz
Punchbowl News tech reporter
Punchbowl News
Episode: Trump drags Congress into war
Amy Walter
Publisher and editor-in-chief of The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter
The Cook Political Report
Episode: Fly Out Day Live at the Punchbowl News Conference
Ally Mutnick
Senior congressional reporter at Punchbowl News
Punchbowl News
Episode: Fly Out Day Live at the Punchbowl News Conference
Dick Durbin
U.S. Senator from Illinois
Democratic Party
Episode: Thune and Trump hit the skids
James Lankford
Senior Senator from Oklahoma, member of Intelligence, Ethics, Homeland Security committees
United States Senate
Episode: Lankford on the filibuster and Iran
Briana Reilly
Defense reporter for Punchbowl News
Punchbowl News
Episode: Readback: Iran war fallout on Capitol Hill
Maxine Waters
Representative, House Financial Services Committee member
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: House GOP eye reconciliation 2.0

Hosts

Anna Palmer
Co-founder of Punchbowl News and host of The Daily Punch, known for expert analysis on political matters amidst the backdrop of congressional happenings.
Jake Sherman
Co-founder of Punchbowl News and co-host of The Daily Punch, brings extensive knowledge of congressional affairs and political analysis.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • 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.

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    2
    Zetta/Zed
    United Statesa month 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 States4 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 States4 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 States5 months ago
  • Retired

    Love your show, I listen every morning while brushing my teeth :-) even tho I no longer live in DC. Making a comment about Ally's Maine review. Farmington is not considered outside of Portland, it's in rural western Maine, second district. And Bangor is not considered northernmost, that be Presque Isle Maine. The real political and cultural divides are between coastal Maine (elites, usually Dems) and inland/western/northern ME, (lots of Trump and MAGA signs). Might want to talk to a few Mainiacs... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Judi Valentine
    United States6 months ago

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Fly Out Day: Indiana Sen. Banks on the Iran war and the SAVE Act
Q: What are the political risks and opportunities for the SAVE Act in the current Senate environment?
Banks frames the SAVE Act as a high-priority measure reflecting voter demand for election integrity, with potential paths through reconciliation or year-end CR funding, but notes significant procedural and partisan hurdles before passage.
Fly Out Day: Indiana Sen. Banks on the Iran war and the SAVE Act
Q: Is a ground troop deployment likely, and how would that affect U.S. strategy and coalition partners?
While there is caution about boots on the ground, the discussion acknowledges the White House has not ruled out troops, but emphasizes naval power and alliances as primary tools, with some skepticism about a rapid, sustained ground campaign.
Fly Out Day: Indiana Sen. Banks on the Iran war and the SAVE Act
Q: What is your assessment of the current Iran situation and what is the administration aiming for with a potential war supplemental?
Banks argues the goal is to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and to deplete its military capabilities, while acknowledging the complexity and political sensitivity of escalation, with a focus on finishing the job efficiently while considering allied support and long-term defense needs.
The AI Innovators: Education
Q: Who are some of the lawmakers taking the lead on AI and education, and what did you learn about how they are thinking about this area?
Lawmakers such as House Education and Workforce Committee Chair Tim Walz or similar figures (as discussed in the episode) are considering how to build an AI-ready America by supporting AI research, integrating AI into education standards, and balancing innovation with safeguards. The overarching takeaway is that policymakers want to promote benefits and manage risks as they craft legislation around AI in education.
Readback: DHS fight heats up on the Senate floor
Q: Has there been any real movement since the start of the negotiations?
There has been ongoing talk and offers traded, but tangible breakthroughs have been slow, with both sides sticking to their core positions on ICE funding and DHS operations.

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Providing a crucial overview of federal politics, this series offers listeners insight into the latest developments on Capitol Hill and within the White House. Each weekday episode presents a mixture of interviews, expert analysis, and summaries of key legislative events, enhancing understanding of complex political landscapes. With a focus on major issues of the day, such as elections, policy changes, and party dynamics, the hosts cultivate a balanced blending of in-depth reporting and timely commentary. This distinctive approach, combined with the hosts' insider perspectives as experienced journalists, likely elevates the podcast as a valuable resource for those interested in American governance and political news.

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