The Daily Punch Congress is behind on spending
Jul 22, 2025
Anna and Jake dive into the critical issues surrounding government funding and the delays in the appropriations process. They discuss the tension between conservatives and Democrats as the August recess approaches. The podcast also highlights the intriguing political maneuvering within the House Rules Committee related to Epstein documents, revealing rifts among Republicans. Finally, they explore redistricting strategies for the 2026 elections and how these could shape the future for the Republican majority.
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Government Funding Delay
- Congressional leaders focused on reconciliation, neglecting appropriations bills.
- This delay leaves them behind schedule with a tough path before the August recess.
Continuing Resolution Debate
- Some conservatives accept a full-year continuing resolution (CR) to avoid a shutdown.
- A full-year CR keeps Biden-era spending levels, which is unusual for Republicans.
Epstein Documents Freeze
- The House Rules Committee is stalled over releasing Jeffrey Epstein documents.
- Republicans refuse to vote against amendments fearing backlash, freezing the legislative process.