House Republicans' fragile equilibrium

House GOP leaders are entering a very perilous period as they attempt to squeeze six months of legislating into a handful of weeks, with the midterm elections looming like an anvil overhead. Anna and Jake break down Speaker Mike Johnson’s twin gambit: reconciliation and immigration. Plus, a new push for Russia sanctions belies structural challenges — and what to expect ahead of Todd Blanche’s high-stakes hearing today before the Senate Judiciary Committee. 🏛️ Want to stay up on political news throughout the day? Join Punchbowl News' premium membership for the latest in what's happening in Washington. https://punchbowl.news/pricing/ WATCH/LISTEN TO FLY OUT DAY 🎥 Youtube    • Fly Out Day (New Episode Every Thursday)   🎧 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3oiNbDj... 🍎 iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... WATCH/LISTEN TO THE DAILY PUNCH 🎥 Youtube    • The Daily Punch (New Episodes Every Weekda...   🎧 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2eJTGlV... 🍎 iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... JOIN OUR COMMUNITY 📸 Instagram   / punchbowlnews   🖊️ X https://x.com/PunchbowlNews