Laura Weiss

Laura Weiss, a Congressional reporter covering the Senate, gives a backstage look at the DHS funding fight and the Save America Act. She walks through the stakes of DHS funding and shutdown pressure. She previews Markwayne Mullin’s turbulent confirmation hearing and the Rand Paul clash. She explains why the Save America Act is largely messaging and how Senate floor dynamics shaped the week.

Laura Weiss, Capitol Hill reporter who covers on-the-ground Senate action. She breaks down how a Minneapolis shooting reshaped DHS funding fights and prompted split bills. She walks through late-night Senate drama, party unity and the White House stepping into talks. The conversation ends with the nail-biting vote timing and a short-term funding cliff.

Laura Weiss, a Congressional reporter focused on Capitol Hill politics, joins Max to dissect the fallout from the recent government shutdown. They discuss the surprising move by Senate Democrats to reopen the government amid internal divisions, how health care became a central issue during the crisis, and the contrasting strategies of waiting for a Trump-led resolution versus acting swiftly. The conversation also touches on chaotic moments during the House's return to session, highlighting the unique dynamics as members re-engaged after a lengthy absence.