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    National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: Super Tuesday Explained

    National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: Super Tuesday Explained

    What were the key takeaways of Super Tuesday's results? Hotline editor Kirk A. Bado brings on national reporter Zac Weisz, House-races reporter James A. Downs, and gubernatorial reporter Mary Frances McGowan to discuss the silver linings, the general election matchups to watch, and more. Episodes of National Journal Radio are also avail­able on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

    National Journal Radio Episode 46: Ukraine, Two Years Later

    National Journal Radio Episode 46: Ukraine, Two Years Later

    As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, Congress is undergoing a heated debate on whether the country should receive more aid in its fight against Russia. NJ Daily managing editor Ledyard King brings on White House correspondent George E. Condon Jr. and foreign policy correspondent Cristina Maza to discuss battleground updates, the talks over aid, the role former President Trump is playing in this issue, and more. Episodes of National Journal Radio are also avail­able on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

    National Journal Radio Episode 45: To The Border and Beyond

    National Journal Radio Episode 45: To The Border and Beyond

    In this episode, managing editor Ledyard King, Senate correspondent Savannah Behrmann, and House correspondent Casey Wooten discuss the fallout from the failure to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and pass a $17.6 million aid package for Israel, potential new border deals, and more. Episodes of National Journal Radio are also avail­able on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

    National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: Polls, Polls, Polls

    National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: Polls, Polls, Polls

    In this bonus episode adapted from National Journal’s webinar series “Cook Catch Up,” Hotline editor Kirk A. Bado and Cook Political Report with Amy Walter founder Charlie Cook discuss the latest presidential race polling, fundraising updates and more topics. Episodes of National Journal Radio are also avail­able on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

    National Journal Radio Episode 44: A Focus on Foreign Policy

    National Journal Radio Episode 44: A Focus on Foreign Policy

    With escalating conflicts and tensions in the Middle East and legislative battles on the Hill over aid to Israel and Ukraine, NJ Daily managing editor Ledyard King brings on Defense and Foreign Policy reporter Cristina Maza to break down the latest developments in the war between Israel and Hamas, the Biden administration's response, and the prospects for legislation in Congress. Episodes of National Journal Radio are also avail­able on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

    Bonus Episode: In the Interim before New Hampshire

    Bonus Episode: In the Interim before New Hampshire

    In this bonus episode adapted from National Journal’s webinar series, Hotline editor Kirk Bado, veteran White House correspondent George E. Condon Jr., and national correspondent Zac Weisz discuss the upcoming New Hampshire primary, venture capitalist Vivek Ramaswamy and former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson dropping out of the presidential race, and the remainder of the primary season. Episodes of National Journal Radio are also avail­able on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

    Bonus Episode: Paths through Iowa and New Hampshire

    Bonus Episode: Paths through Iowa and New Hampshire

    In this bonus episode adapted from National Journal’s webinar series “Cook Catch Up,” National Journal Editor in Chief Jeff Dufour and Cook Political Report with Amy Walter founder Charlie Cook discusses the Iowa caucuses, the upcoming New Hampshire primary, and the likelihood of a government shutdown. Episodes of National Journal Radio are also avail­able on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

    National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: Temperature Check

    National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: Temperature Check

    In this bonus episode adapted from National Journal’s webinar series “Cook Catch Up,” Hotline editor Kirk A. Bado and Cook Political Report with Amy Walter founder Charlie Cook take a temperature check on the 2024 GOP presidential primary and Biden's approval numbers among younger and more diverse Democratic voters. They also discuss control of the House next year and Rep. George Santos' exit from the House.

    National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: What It Takes 2024

    National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: What It Takes 2024

    In this bonus episode adapted from National Journal's webinar series “Hotline Power Hour,” Hotline Editor Kirk A. Bado brings on Senate-races correspondent Sydney Kashiwagi, House-races correspondent James A. Downs, and gubernatorial-races correspondent Mary Frances McGowan to discuss their "What It Takes 2024" series on where the campaigns stand one year away from the 2024 elections. They also react to the retirement of Sen. Joe Manchin.

    National Journal Radio Episode 38: What to Expect From the Off-Year Elections

    National Journal Radio Episode 38: What to Expect From the Off-Year Elections

    This Tuesday, voters will be voting in off-year elections across Mississippi, Kentucky, Ohio, and Virginia. In Mississippi, an unpopular Republican governor is facing a tightening race against an upstart Democratic challenger. In Kentucky, a popular Democratic governor is trying to rewrite the playbook for politicians in red states. The fight for abortion access is also on the ballot in Ohio. Hotline Editor Kirk A. Bado brings on Governor-race and state-politics reporter Mary Frances McGowan to recap what to expect from these off-year elections and more.

    National Journal Radio Episode 35: U.S. Response to Israel And Ukraine

    National Journal Radio Episode 35: U.S. Response to Israel And Ukraine
    NJ Daily Managing Editor Ledyard King delves into the conflict between Israel and Hamas, the American government’s response, and the possibility of events in the Middle East affecting American support for Ukraine. He brings on Defense and Foreign Policy reporter Cristina Maza and Senate reporter Savannah Behrmann to break down these layers.

    National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: Is an Off Year Really an Off Year?

    National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: Is an Off Year Really an Off Year?

    In this bonus episode adapted from National Journal's webinar "Is an Off Year Really an Off Year?", Hotline editor Kirk A. Bado talks to House-races reporter James A. Downs and gubernatorial correspondent Mary Frances McGowan about the off-year gubernatorial races to watch, the latest in mid-cycle redistricting and special elections.