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The Daily Punch

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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12:45

Johnson's to-do list for Tuesday

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/16

Congress is barreling toward another shutdown fight — and Speaker Mike Johnson faces his toughest test yet. Can he rally his conference behind a short-term funding bill before time runs out? Anna and Jake break down Johnson’s cautious approach, Trump’s unpredictable role, and the new political incentives shaping GOP hardliners.Plus: Why the Senate might skip the NDAA again, and what’s driving Democrats’ Obamacare subsidy push as open enrollment nears. Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to

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12:40

Congress is barreling toward a shutdown

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/15

Washington is just over two weeks away from a possible government shutdown, with both parties digging in and no clear path forward. Anna and Jake break down the latest on government funding. Plus: Joe Manchin’s new book and “revenge tour” taking aim at top Democrats, and a look at House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries’ big fundraising push in California as redistricting battles heat up. Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in

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13:13

The Readback: Millsmentum builds in Maine

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/13

Max and Ally discuss how Senate Democratic leaders are closer than ever to landing Maine Gov. Janet Mills, their top recruit to take on GOP Sen. Susan Collins in 2026. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:46

Thune on FOD: Dems want a shutdown

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/12

Anna and Jake discuss their wide-ranging Fly Out Day conversation with Senate Majority Leader John Thune. Thune weighed in on the looming government shutdown, Obamacare subsidies, tariffs and more. Plus, we break down what the Senate’s “nuclear” fight means for nominations — and the latest on Maryland Democrats’ redistricting debate. Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress

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32:14

Senate Majority Leader Thune on political violence,...

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/11

Punchbowl News co-founders Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer sit down with Senate Majority Leader John Thune for an exclusive interview.They discuss:- The reaction to the assassination of Charlie Kirk- Reflect on the anniversary of 9/11- Government funding- And more...Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:09

The Creator Economy: Content to Commerce

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/11

Punchbowl News Policy Reporter Samantha Handler joins Max Cohen to discuss the story of Cassey Ho, who went from a solo creator to running a multi-million dollar wellness business with 30 employees across the country. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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10:27

What happened to our politics?

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/11

Anna and Jake take a hard look at the rise of political violence in America following the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk — and what it means for the state of our political discourse. They also break down the Congressional Black Caucus leaders lining up behind Colin Allred’s Texas Senate bid, plus the latest from Capitol Hill on long-stalled data privacy legislation.Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more

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15:50

Dems are digging in for a funding fight

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/10

Congress is barreling toward another funding showdown — and the odds of a shutdown are rising. Anna and Jake break down Senate Majority Leader John Thune’s strategy, a bipartisan push to repeal Syria sanctions and the latest signs that Maine Gov. Janet Mills may take on Sen. Susan Collins.Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter

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17:47

The Hill is waiting on Trump

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/09

The government funding fight is taking center stage as both parties wait on President Donald Trump’s next move. Plus, a key Republican backs Trump’s Fed nominee, and Senate Republicans gear up to push through nearly 50 Trump nominees using the “nuclear option.” Anna and Jake break it all down. Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM

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15:07

GOP leaders need a funding plan

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/08

There are just 22 days until the shutdown deadline and Republicans need a plan. Plus: Anna and Jake break down how the numbers in the House are about to get even tighter. Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:55

The Readback: 'Fly Out Day' premieres

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/06

Max has Jake Sherman on to discuss the premiere of "Fly Out Day," Punchbowl News' weekly show. Jake offers a behind-the-scenes look at how it all came together. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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14:06

Johnson makes lots of news on 'Fly Out Day'

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/05

Speaker Mike Johnson stopped by the Punchbowl News Townhouse for the premiere of "Fly Out Day." Plus, the latest in redistricting news. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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40:05

Check out Fly Out Day! Speaker Mike Johnson on...

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/05

🚨 Fly Out Day Episode 1 🚨 Punchbowl News co-founders Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer sit down with Speaker Mike Johnson for an exclusive interview. They discuss: • The possibility of a government shutdown this fall • Johnson’s thoughts on how Congress is handling the Jeffrey Epstein situation • The 2026 elections Plus a conversation with CNN’s Manu Raju and the Boston Globe’s Jackie Kucinich. Plus, John Bresnahan. This wide-ranging, inside-the-Beltway conversation kicks off our new

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14:36

The Obamacare subsidy fight

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/04

Vulnerable Republicans are worried that Obamacare subsidies are set to expire at the end of the year. Plus, Speaker Mike Johnson is on Fly Out Day, coming out tonight. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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15:00

GOP heading in different directions as funding fight...

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/03

The government funding deadline looms as the Republican trifecta that controls Washington pursues three different strategies. Plus, the increasingly difficult Senate map the GOP faces in 2026. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:02

Welcome back, lawmakers

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/02

With 28 days until the government shuts down, will Congress act in time to keep it open? Plus, Democrats target Sen. Susan Collins over stock trading. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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14:32

Congress’ plate is full after recess

The Daily Punch ·

2025/09/01

Congress comes back tomorrow, and it's looking more and more likely that there will be a government shutdown before year's end. Plus the latest on the Texas GOP Senate primary. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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20:37

The Readback: How OBBB is playing in the swing states

The Daily Punch ·

2025/08/23

Andrew Desiderio joins Max Cohen to talk about his recent travel to Arizona and Nevada, covering power in the Senate. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:21

The Punch Power Matrix

The Daily Punch ·

2025/08/22

Punchbowl News Reporter Andrew Desiderio is back with Jake to break down the latest Punch Power Matrix. Plus: A look at Senate Democrats’ emerging strategy in the fall funding fight, and the latest major political developments out of California and Texas. Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about

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12:23

Can Rogers win in Michigan?

The Daily Punch ·

2025/08/21

Can Mike Rogers win a Michigan Senate seat without President Trump on the ballot? Andrew Desiderio is back to dig into Rogers’ 2026 strategy. Plus: What’s on the non-shutdown legislative agenda this fall, and key takeaways from FEC filing day — from House and Senate fundraising to the massive RNC cash advantage. Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free

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