
CQ Roll Call’s budget tracker David Lerman explains how lawmakers in Congress spend the nation’s money.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 351 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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House leaders face a difficult challenge to muster the votes for ending the second partial government shutdown of this fiscal year. CQ Roll Call's Aidan Quigley, Aris Folley and David Lerman examine how mounting Democratic opposition and a fractious ... more
A glide path for a final fiscal 2026 spending package suddenly evaporated after the second fatal shooting of a Minneapolis citizen in an immigration crackdown. CQ Roll Call's Aidan Quigley, Jacob Fulton and David Lerman assess the chances for finding... more
The House has passed all 12 spending bills for the current fiscal year and the Senate is on track to clear them by the Jan. 30 deadline to avoid another shutdown. CQ Roll Call's Jessica Wehrman, David Lerman and Aris Folley recount the drama of the H... more
House and Senate appropriators had to punt on a compromise Homeland Security bill as they race toward a Jan. 30 funding deadline. And behind the scenes, talks continue on a potential second "big, beautiful" reconciliation bill. CQ Roll Call's Aris Fo... more
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David Lerman and his colleagues demonstrate their expertise on the federal budget process. Have a great day, David!
I’m an MPP who doesn’t always have time to keep track of the federal budget process. This podcast has helped me stay afloat of what is going on each week, featuring the overall budget picture as well as specific aspects like an appropriation or CBO report. Great podcast!
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This podcast provides detailed insights into the complex workings of federal budgetary processes and appropriations in Congress. It features discussions surrounding significant political events, particularly focusing on issues like defense spending, government shutdowns, and critical appropriations bills. With expert commentary and analysis from budget specialists, it offers listeners an opportunity to understand the intricate relationships between economic policy, partisan dynamics, and legislative decision-making. It stands out for its timely updates on current budgetary discussions and for examining the implications of these processes on everyday citizens and national interests.
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