Mike Johnson's brain drain

Anna and Jake go over what's in store for this abbreviated work week on Capitol Hill. Plus: Checking in on The Canvass — how does K Street feel about election interference? Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With former President Donald Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts in the New York City hush-money case, Jake Sherman takes a look at what will happen now on the Hill. Plus: Democrats are running on abortion in California. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a post-McCarthy House, some California Republicans are feeling the financial pinch. How does Speaker Mike Johnson stack up against the former speaker from Bakersfield? Plus: What are Johnson's plans for 2025 and the latest on the invite for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to speak to Congress. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake breaks down the dynamics of which Democrats will get committee gavels should the party win control of the House. Plus: Treasury Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo is in Ukraine to meet with officials, and Rep. Tony Gonzales narrowly wins his runoff primary election. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Several top Senate Republicans say that no matter the outcome of the elections in November, they'll keep the filibuster in place. This is in stark contrast to what former President Donald Trump wants. Plus: Rep. Tony Gonzales faces a primary runoff today against Brandon Herrera. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake discusses rank-and-file Republicans ready to embrace former President Donald Trump in California toss-up seats and the impending conclusion of Trump's criminal trial. Plus, Sen. Ted Cruz plans to file a War Powers Resolution. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake breaks down the dynamics in Congressional leadership as we head into the summer. Plus: The latest from The Vault — how crypto spent its way into political power. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Speaker Mike Johnson appears to have the upper hand over Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, at least when it comes to inviting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Anna and Jake break down the dynamics. Plus: An update on the farm bill drama and what's happening in the House Democrats’ border security task force. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another senior staffer from Speaker Mike Johnson's office is leaving. Raj Shah is likely to leave the speaker’s office in the coming weeks. Plus: Ways and Means is set to release more information related to the Hunter Biden case. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Speaker Mike Johnson is losing three key policy aides, all to the same lobbying firm. Plus: An update on the REPO Act and how Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and the G7 could shape it. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices