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Hegseth may find himself in hot water if Democrats win the House

Oct 20, 2026 · 11m

Summary

The Daily Punch covers Maxine Waters securing a strong endorsement letter to retain her leadership role on the House Financial Services Committee. The hosts also discuss the inevitability of an impeachment vote for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth following the midterms. Additionally, the episode highlights Kathy Castor's surprising polling strength in a redistricted Florida seat and reveals that the NRCC paid $220,000 to a lawyer for a Green Party candidate in Pennsylvania.

Topics discussed

Intro and Washington headlines for the day Maxine Waters secures endorsements for committee chair Pete Hegseth impeachment and potential resignation Kathy Castor's race in Florida redistricted district NRCC payments to Green Party candidate's lawyer
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