The Daily Punch
Ads on this show
3.1 minof ads per hour
7.7ads per hour
74%of episodes have ads
Measured by Castria across 39 episodes from the last 90 days. How we measure
Episodes
House leadership election intrigue
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman analyze the high-stakes House Republican leadership race between Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan, noting the uncertainty of closed-ballot voting.
What's ahead as Congress returns
Hosts Jake Sherman and Anna discuss the post-midterm landscape, focusing on the House Republican leadership race between Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan…
Readback: Mike Johnson’s last hurrah
A reporter recounts the stark contrast between Mike Johnson’s somber election night watch party in Shreveport and the celebratory atmosphere at the…
What Chuck Schumer told us
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss the post-election landscape, beginning with an interview recap of Chuck Schumer’s victory lap and his plans to expand the Democratic map.
Fly Out Day: What comes next for Democrats after the midterms? DCCC Chair DelBene weighs in
This episode of The Daily Punch features an interview with DCCC Chair Susan DelBene, who discusses the historic Democratic midterm victory and the collapse of Republican gerrymandering efforts.
What Hakeem Jeffries told us
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman interview incoming House Speaker Jeffries, who outlines his mandate to reverse Medicaid cuts, halt tariffs, and ban congressional stock trading.
The Democratic tsunami
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman analyze the historic midterm election results, describing the outcome as an "extinction-level event" for Republicans who lost the House and Senate majorities.
Election Day and what's next
The Daily Punch analyzes the dire state of the Republican Party on Election Day, arguing that two years of controversial policies and low…
Leadership on the road hours before Election Day
This episode of Punchable News covers the final hours before Election Day, highlighting intense campaign efforts by House Speaker Mike Johnson and the looming government funding deadline.
Readback: In New York as Lawler courts Orthodox Jewish vote
Hosts Max Cohen and Allie Mutnick analyze key midterm races in New York's 17th and Arizona's 6th districts.
Mike Johnson’s many top three seats
This episode analyzes the final days before the midterms, focusing on Speaker Mike Johnson’s strategy of labeling every race a "top three" contest to boost turnout.
Fly Out Day: Raskin on Democrats' plans to investigate Trump
In this final pre-election episode of Fly Out Day, host Jake Sherman interviews House Judiciary Ranking Member Jamie Raskin about his legislative and…
Can the House GOP's mod squad survive?
Laura and her co-hosts analyze the challenges facing moderate House Republicans like Mike Lawler, David Valadeo, and Brian Fitzpatrick, questioning…
Senate map scenarios and Jeffries on the road
Hosts Jake Sherman and Max Cohen analyze the final week of the 2026 election, focusing on Hakeem Jeffries’ aggressive campaign strategy and the…
Dynamics to watch ahead of Election Day
Hosts Jake Sherman and Josh Siegel discuss three key dynamics ahead of the midterms, including potential House Democratic losses, third-party…
Democrats keeping eye on Israel's elections
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss the upcoming Israeli election, noting growing Democratic skepticism toward Netanyahu and potential impacts on U.
Readback: Punchbowl News takes over Sacramento
Host Max Cohen and tech reporter Diego Munoz discuss two pivotal California House races in Sacramento.
Can Mike Johnson keep a Republican majority?
Hosts Jake Sherman and Ali Mutnick discuss House Speaker Mike Johnson’s refusal to acknowledge polling data suggesting Democrats may win a 230-seat majority.
FLY OUT DAY: Virginia Rep. Beyer on Trump impeachment, tariffs, medicaid and AI regulation
Congressman Don Beyer joins the show to discuss the midterm election outlook, predicting a modest Democratic House majority of 230 seats driven by low presidential approval.
Sherrod Brown's bid to turn Ohio blue
Hosts Anna Palmer and Anthony Dragna discuss the upcoming Ohio Senate race, highlighting former Senator Sherrod Brown's potential comeback and the record-breaking spending on data center politics.
Will Republicans whiff in Florida?
This episode covers the political fallout from Florida’s redistricting, noting that GOP super PACs are withdrawing support from key races as Democrats outperform expectations.
Hegseth may find himself in hot water if Democrats win the House
The Daily Punch covers Maxine Waters securing a strong endorsement letter to retain her leadership role on the House Financial Services Committee.
Will Trump go to a single House battleground?
Hosts Jake Sherman and Max Cullen analyze the final two weeks of the 2026 midterms, noting President Trump’s avoidance of competitive House districts amid plummeting economic approval ratings.
Readback: Peak permitting on the Hill
Congressional reporter Max Cohen interviews Josh Siegel about the recent Senate permitting reform deal, which aims to streamline energy project approvals to lower electricity and gasoline prices.
Inside Democrats' fundraising blowout
Hosts Jake Sherman and Max Cohen analyze Q3 fundraising data showing Democratic candidates significantly out-raising their Republican counterparts,…
The House Republican panic has set in
The Daily Punch covers the souring mood among House Republicans as polls indicate a grim outlook for the midterms, with Speaker Mike Johnson downplaying the risks while members openly express concern.
Campaign latest: Barrasso on the trail
John Bresdaan reports on Senator John Barrasso’s defense of Senate Republican Leader John Thune’s leadership and his loyalty to President Trump despite voter fatigue.
DCCC raises alarm over cash
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss three key Washington headlines for October 13, 2026.
Hakeem Jeffries: The next speaker?
The Daily Punch covers Hakeem Jeffries' campaign in Pennsylvania, where he positions himself as the presumptive House Speaker while navigating…
Readback: How 2026 could be the new 2018
Congressional reporter Max Cohen and Ali Mutnick analyze the 2026 midterms, focusing on how Republican redistricting efforts are backfiring as newly drawn seats become competitive.
How many Senate seats are in reach for Dems?
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss the shifting Senate race landscape, noting that Democrats are increasingly bullish on securing 52 seats…
Fly Out Day: Sen. Adam Schiff on AI regulation, data centers and China
Senator Adam Schiff joins the Punch Bowl News Townhouse in San Francisco to discuss AI regulation, emphasizing the need for constructive oversight to…
Can Democrats win in Iowa?
Hosts Laura Weiss and Samantha Handler discuss the Democratic momentum in Iowa's Senate race, where Josh Turk is poised to become the first Democrat to win the state since 2008.
GOP's redistricting bet is getting expensive
Anthony Adragna and Allie Mutnick discuss the $100 million in outside spending targeting ten competitive House seats following redistricting, noting…
John Curtis rises as the next GOP Trump critic
Senator John Curtis is positioning himself as a key Trump critic by seeking subpoenas for Donald Trump Jr.
Jim Jordan's possible GOP leader play
Hosts Jake Sherman and Max Cohen discuss the 2026 midterm election landscape, noting that President Trump is campaigning in deep red states, suggesting Republicans are playing defense.
Readback: I stumbled into a surprise Trump news conference
Tech reporter Ben Brody recounts his chaotic race to cover an impromptu White House gaggle where President Trump announced a "super intelligence accord" with major tech CEOs.
How Thune and Schumer did this session
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman analyze the political standing of Senate leaders John Thune and Chuck Schumer ahead of the midterms, noting…
Fly Out Day: Pennsylvania Sen. McCormick on Shapiro's lead, rising gas prices and the AI race with China
Senator Dave McCormick discusses Pennsylvania's election dynamics, arguing that despite high energy costs, voters should support Republicans to avoid a "socialist" Democratic agenda.
House Dem groups rake in $230M
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss the 2026 midterm election landscape, highlighting House Democrats' record $230 million fundraising haul…
Johnson bullish on the trail
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss Speaker Mike Johnson’s Pennsylvania campaign amid rising anxiety over AI data centers.
The shocker in Florida
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman analyze primary results, highlighting Angie Nixon’s upset of Alex Vindman in Florida and Corey Mills’ loss.
A big primary night ahead
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman cover key primary races in Florida and Alaska, highlighting redistricting impacts and competitive Senate bids.
'Crooks vs. Commies’ on the campaign trail
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman analyze the 2026 midterm election strategies, noting Republicans framing Democrats as communists while Democrats attack Trump’s financial ethics.
Readback: PBN video heads into the field
Host Max Cohen welcomes digital producer Rachel Scully to discuss Punchbowl News’ expanding video strategy and behind-the-scenes reporting.
What will Scalise do if Republicans lose?
Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss Rep.
Data centers take center stage
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss the rising political controversy over data centers, noting that both parties are using them in campaign ads across multiple states.
Inside a gigantic primary night
Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman analyze primary results, highlighting David Crowley’s upset win in Wisconsin and John Larson’s loss in Connecticut.
Inside Democrats' meltdown in Michigan
Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss internal Democratic drama in Michigan’s House primary, where establishment efforts failed to stop progressive William Lawrence.
What the Senate left undone
Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss the Senate’s recess ahead of a challenging fall session, focusing on stalled priorities like the SAVE Act and government funding.