Where Did Appropriations Go Wrong? Feat. Former Speaker John Boehner

The House may be out, but recess has not yet begun for CONTROL hosts Annalyse Keller and Mike Ricci. After discussing the latest on the Trump assassination attempt investigations, JD Vance’s early struggles, VP Harris’s potential running mates, and some upcoming primaries, two very special guests join the show. First, Brendan Buck calls in to talk about the floundering appropriations process. Then, former Speaker John Boehner joins the show to offer his perspective on appropriations, President Biden’s withdrawal, Speaker Johnson and more.

 

Hosts: Annalyse Keller and Mike Ricci

Guests: Former Speaker John Boehner and Brendan Buck

Producer: Benji Englander

 

Articles Discussed

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WSJ: Secret Service Director Resigns Amid Anger Over Trump Shooting

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Bloomberg: Harris’ Running-Mate Search Zeroes In on Three Top Contenders

Roll Call: Rep. Cori Bush faces well-funded prosecutor in Missouri primary

Spokesman Review: Central Washington’s Dan Newhouse faces 7 challengers in a primary that tests Trump’s hold on GOP

The Tennessean:  Johnston touts record, wins traditional GOP backers in race for Tennessee's 5th District

Politico: House Republicans bail on another spending bill as their summer funding ambitions fizzle