Eye on Congress

If you ran for Congress in 2018, there was a pretty good chance you are part of a political documentary. First came “Knock Down the House,” which featured a (then) little known candidate, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and now comes “Surge,” which follows women who ran against veteran Republican incumbents. Political Reporters Bridget Bowman and Kate Ackley spoke to Rep. Lauren Underwood, a star of “Surge,” and filmmakers Wendy Sachs and Hannah Rosenzweig about their new movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The GOP’s latest proposal for a coronavirus aid package is likely not to pass, but it may place just enough pressure on Democrats to force them to ease their demands. CQ Roll Call’s Doug Sword breaks down what to watch before the vote in the Senate on Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senate Republicans are proposing to beef up a “skinny” coronavirus relief package by more than 100 pages, including an enhanced deduction for charitable giving, $20 billion for farmers and ranchers and money for child care and stockpiling medical supplies. CQ Roll Call’s Doug Sword breaks down the new additions to the bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Health care costs have been a contentious issue in Congress and the Trump administration. CQ Roll Call’s Andrew Siddons breaks down trends in prescription drug pricing over the last four years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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As Labor Day approaches, it got us wondering about the lasting impact the COVID-19 pandemic will have on travel. We turned to Tori Emerson Barnes, executive vice president of public affairs and policy at the U.S. Travel Association, for some answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode we delve into the pricing of coronavirus vaccines. We will also examine how first responders have to battle natural disasters -- fires in California, hurricanes in Louisiana -- amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In tonight’s episode, CQ Roll Call’s David Lerman looks at how a phone call between Speaker Nancy Pelosi and White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows highlights the disagreements between Democrats and Republicans over the next round of COVID-19 aid. Then, Emily Kopp discusses why the FDA will hold a public meeting of outside experts on COVID-19 vaccines on October 22nd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of CQ Future we muse about whether cash is a thing of the past. CQ Roll Call's Jim Saksa explains why dollars are out of vogue. And in a conversation with fintech expert Chris Brummer , Jim Saksa explores if America is ready to catch up with much of the world and what to expect next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Coronavirus Special Report we delve into the U.S. Postal Service. We discuss why the GOP is now proposing funds to bolster the Postal Service and why the postmaster general did an about-face on his intent to make drastic cuts before the presidential election in November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The moratorium on evictions expired at the end of July. As Congress left Washington DC without a new aid package, tens of millions of Americans are now at risk of becoming homeless. We reprise our episode on housing policies to highlight what is at stake now and the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we have a report on why the fall may bring a surge of cases in the United States — even as it holds the dubious distinction of leading the world in the highest number of confirmed cases and deaths from COVID-19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump signed a number of executive actions last weekend to provide some COVID-19 aid, including suspending payroll tax collection and adding $300 to $400 in federal unemployment benefits, as negotiators failed to reach agreement on the next relief package. But is it enough? CQ Roll Call’s Jennifer Shutt and Peter Cohn discuss the executive actions and look at what they might mean for negotiations going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of CQ Future we look at voting and the impact the pandemic will have on the 2020 elections. Election analyst Nathan Gonzales sits down with CQ Roll Call's Shawn Zeller and explains the potential pitfalls and scenarios that may occur and the implications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In tonight’s episode, we delve into promising news on a drug trial from the National Institutes of Health, the power of unions, and a conversation with CQ Roll Call’s Caroline Brehman about what it was like to photograph plebes at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. who have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trump administration officials and congressional leaders seem to be making some progress on the next COVID-19 relief bill following more than a week of talks. But key issues remain, including unemployment insurance, schools reopening, and state and local aid. CQ Roll Call’s David Lerman and Jennifer Shutt break down the recent negotiations, discuss the sticking points and look at where negotiations go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Few industries have been hit harder by the pandemic than restaurants. In this episode, we turn to Andy Shallal, who was appointed by Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser to sit on a task force that looks at what the city needs to do during and after the pandemic to reopen. Shallal owns one of the city’s most beloved restaurant chains, Busboys and Poets, and has distinct thoughts about what the future holds for independent eateries and what it will take for this industry to get off life support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we explore the fallout on Capitol Hill from Texas Republican lawmaker Louie Gohmert's revelation that he has the coronavirus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In tonight's episode, we delve into what GOP lawmakers asked for in the next round of relief to ease the economic burden of the pandemic - billions were allocated for the defense industry, while transportation was left behind. We also look at what's being done to protect frontline workers and patients from protective equipment that doesn't meet federal safety standards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CQ Roll Call’s David Lerman and Jennifer Shutt discuss the latest COVID-19 relief bill from Senate Republicans; breaking down its provisions, disagreements within the GOP and Democrats' criticisms of the package. They also explain how long it could take for negotiators to reach bipartisan agreement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices