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The Daily Punch

Punchbowl News
Donald Trump
Iran
FISA
Mike Johnson
John Thune
Department Of Homeland Security
Congress
Save America Act
Hakeem Jeffries
Artificial Intelligence
DHS Funding
United States Senate
John Cornyn
Senate
DHS
Redistricting
Republican Party
United States Congress
Democrats
Democratic Party

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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There are 55 days to go until Election Day. Jake and Anna discuss the three headwinds for Republicans going into November and three potential lifelines.

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The Republicans’ “midterm convention” in Dallas begins Wednesday. The made-for-TV event is aimed at boosting GOP base turnout in the midterm elections. But there will also be a lot of big-money fundraising taking place on the sidelines. Jake and Ann... more

Trump's "midterm convention" is in Dallas this week alongside top House and Senate Republicans and a handful of key GOP candidates. One Republican who won't be there: Senate Majority Leader John Thune. Jake breaks it down.

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Max and defense reporter Anthony Adragna talk about the House Armed Services Committee gavel race and Rep. Rob Wittman's reelection campaign. Plus, Anthony goes over the political landscape in Virginia.

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Recent Guests

Rob Wittman
U.S. Congressman (Virginia's 1st District)
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: On the trail with Rob Wittman
August Pfluger
Representative, Chairman of the Republican Study Committee
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: FLY OUT DAY: RSC Chair Pfluger on gas prices, midterms and his future
Mychael Schnell
Reporter, Ms Now
The Texas Tribune (panelist)
Episode: FLY OUT DAY: RSC Chair Pfluger on gas prices, midterms and his future
Gabby Birenbaum
Reporter, The Texas Tribune
The Texas Tribune
Episode: FLY OUT DAY: RSC Chair Pfluger on gas prices, midterms and his future
Rachel Scully
Digital content producer at Punchbowl News
Punchbowl News
Episode: Readback: PBN video heads into the field
Donald J. Trump
President of the United States
The White House (President)
Episode: Fly Out Day: President Trump on midterms, SAVE America and why he could be “the last Republican president”
Donald Trump
President of the United States (guest)
Republican Party
Episode: Trump on Fly Out Day plus the Senate latest
Ali Mutnik
Correspondent reporting from Grand Rapids on Michigan races
Episode: The Senate's escape math
Alex Latcham
Executive Director of the Senate Leadership Fund
Senate Leadership Fund
Episode: Fly Out Day: Super PAC leader Alex Latcham talks Republicans’ $400 million campaign war chest

Hosts

Anna Palmer
Host; Punchbowl News founder, author
Jake Sherman
Co-host/Host; Punchbowl News founder, journalist

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • dissapointing

    Long time listener. Used to learn a lot of helpful stuff. Can’t believe you had Trump on. Definitely moving this podcast to the back burner.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    kevofwoodacres
    United Statesa month ago
  • Absolutely needed for anyone working in the fed congressional space

    This podcast effectively trained me for a big part of my job

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ppjones10210
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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 States4 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 States7 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 States9 months ago

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Balance of insider analysis and straightforward reporting is valued by many.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Readback: Inside Michigan’s primary night
Q: Talk to me, number one, about what you witnessed at Abdul El-Sayed's watch party.
Ally Mutnick described a theater-like, highly energetic environment with a packed crowd and notable figures from the progressive movement in attendance, underscoring the vibrant energy surrounding El-Sayed's campaign.
Readback: Blanche’s confirmation battle
Q: What is going on in this story?
The two holdout senators, Cornyn and Tillis, are demanding binding concessions—specifically killing the anti-weaponization fund and limiting the Trump audit immunity deal—before Blanche can be confirmed, with Cornyn taking the lead based on his judicial background and relationships within the party.
Fly Out Day: Super PAC leader Alex Latcham talks Republicans’ $400 million campaign war chest
Q: How do you view the impact of new coordination rules on SLF and related groups?
Coordination limits being loosened could reduce the reliance on pure candidate-focused super PACs and allow more efficient fundraising through parties, but our core approach with SLF remains to deploy large, coordinated resources in the most impactful way in key battlegrounds.
Fly Out Day: Super PAC leader Alex Latcham talks Republicans’ $400 million campaign war chest
Q: What are your top priorities when assessing the competitive landscape?
Our priorities are to preserve and expand the Senate majority by targeting races where we have a reasonable expectation of moving the numbers, dedicating resources only where we can win, and staying nimble to address new opportunities as they arise.
Trump's new Iran problem on the Hill
Q: What is the immediate political risk for Republicans on Iran policy on the Hill?
The hosts ask the guest to assess how the administration's approach and the prospect of further War Powers votes will pressure Hill Republicans to take a stance, potentially affecting their reelection prospects and the party's unity.

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Two veteran Washington reporters deliver daily insider-style briefings on Capitol Hill, the White House, and major policy battles. Episodes mix on-the-ground reporting, strategic analysis, and guest perspectives from politicians, campaign staffs, and financial-backed political groups. The show tends to lean into leadership dynamics, legislative timing, and campaign messaging, often tying national debates to state-level races and policy debates. A standout aspect is the frequent access to insider viewpoints and high-profile interviews, along with rapid-fire, scaffolded discussions that help listeners spot where power is moving next. This is likely to appeal to political professionals, lobbyists, and journalists who want a fast, inside track ... more

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Recent guests on The Daily Punch include:

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2. August Pfluger
3. Mychael Schnell
4. Gabby Birenbaum
5. Rachel Scully
6. Donald J. Trump
7. Donald Trump
8. Ali Mutnik

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