Brendan Pedersen, a Financial Services Reporter for Punchbowl News, analyzes the complex players influencing healthcare policy in Washington. He discusses the links between lawmakers, regulatory agencies, and the impact of pharmaceutical lobbying. Joining him, John Stanford, founder of Incubate, shares insights on the early-stage ecosystem in drug development and the essential role of venture capital in medical innovation. They explore the future collaboration between government, industry, and finance, emphasizing the dynamic landscape of biotech advancements.