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The Daily Punch

Punchbowl News
Government Shutdown
Donald Trump
Obamacare
Congress
Republican Party
Redistricting
Department Of Homeland Security
Iran
Democratic Party
Chuck Schumer
Trump Administration
Venezuela
Health Care
Mike Johnson
House Of Representatives
John Thune
DHS Funding
Virginia
Hakeem Jeffries
Texas

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

In a week that was supposed to set the tone for a furious period of election-year legislating, Speaker Mike Johnson’s House GOP majority is once again the epitome of discord and dysfunction.

Anna and Jake discuss the latest. Plus, how Sen. Thom Till... more

From dealing with FISA to DHS funding — and even the farm bill — this week is already unraveling for House Republicans. And it’s only Tuesday.

Anna and Jake discuss the latest. Plus, what’s next for Florida Democrats in the redistricting fight?

Wat... more

From FISA to DHS funding, Congress is staring down an absolutely brutal week that will set the tone for the rest of the legislative year. Anna breaks down what we’re watching. Plus, are Schumer-aligned candidates in trouble?

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Defense reporter Briana Reilly breaks down the Defense Department’s record-breaking $1.5 trillion FY2027 spending request. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week.

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Recent Guests

Anthony Adragna
Defense reporter for Punchbowl News
Punchbowl News
Episode: Readback: Johnson's FISA failure
Mark Warner
Senior Senator from Virginia, Vice Chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee
United States Senate
Episode: Fly Out Day: Virginia Democratic Sen. Warner discusses Iran conflict, redistricting and FISA debate
Lisa Gevelber
VP and founder of Grow with Google
Google
Episode: The AI Innovators: The Economy
Brendan Peterson
Reporter with a major wall street/financial system story
Episode: GOP drama on both sides of the Capitol
Ben Brody
Tech reporter extraordinaire; guest on this episode
Punchbowl News
Episode: Readback: Melania Trump’s shocking press address
Kenyon McDuffie
DC mayoral candidate
Independent/Political candidate
Episode: Judging Johnson and what comes next
Ali Mutnik
Reporter for Punchbowl News
Punchbowl News
Episode: Could Dems blow it in Virginia?
Jim McGovern
Congressman, Massachusetts; top Democrat on House Rules Committee
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Fly Out Day: Democratic Rep. Jim McGovern on how he'd change the House
Katie Edmondson
The New York Times journalist
The New York Times
Episode: Fly Out Day: Democratic Rep. Jim McGovern on how he'd change the House

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.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Zetta/Zed
    United States3 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 States5 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 States5 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 States6 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 States7 months ago

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The AI Innovators: The Economy
Q: So this AI Professional Certificate, what are some of the skills that a person who goes through that program, what are the skills they're obtaining?
The certificate covers fundamentals like effective communication, asset creation, data analytics, and practical coding concepts delivered through hands-on practice, with a focus on helping learners translate AI tools into real workplace outcomes and confidence.
Readback: Johnson's FISA failure
Q: What did the late-night vote reveal about Johnson's ability to manage his caucus?
It showed he lost control of his own members, with a significant faction opposing both the extension and the procedural rule, signaling weakened leadership and unresolved tensions within the party.
Readback: Johnson's FISA failure
Q: Talk our listeners through why this FISA fight was so contested. Why are so many House Republicans not willing to go along with what the White House or Donald Trump wants?
The resistance cut across typical divides, with conservatives worried about civil liberties and privacy hawks in the Democrats alignment; the push for warrants and reform has been decades in the making, and leadership appeared unwilling to negotiate meaningfully until the late-night text was released, leading to a fractured vote.
Fly Out Day: Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt on why the U.S. needs Greenland
Q: What about NATO and regional stability—would gaining Greenland affect those dynamics?
Schmitt implies that Greenland would influence Western Hemisphere security and NATO equities, suggesting a recalibration of allied defense commitments and a more assertive U.S. posture in the region.
Fly Out Day: Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt on why the U.S. needs Greenland
Q: Why buy Greenland, and what would that look like in practical terms for defense and diplomacy?
He asserts Greenland's strategic value, including access to minerals and security advantages, and contends the U.S. should be prepared to take a stronger, long-term posture rather than a symbolic nod, while acknowledging diplomatic and alliance considerations.

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