Robert O’Shaughnessy
Deputy Congressional EditorRobert is Punchbowl News’ deputy congressional editor. Previously, Robert worked at Federal News Network, producing their daily newsletter focused on the federal workforce. Robert was also a freelance podcast producer after graduating from the School of Media and Public Affairs at The George Washington University.
Latest from Robert O’Shaughnessy
Judging Johnson and what comes next
There is a healthy amount of anger at Speaker Mike Johnson among his rank-and-file members right now.
The Daily Punch
Trump, Republicans and the Iran war
President Donald Trump is dragging Republicans through the Iran war, with his recent rhetoric presenting the conference with a political mess.
The Daily Punch
K Street: Trump immigration enforcement harms GOP
Most K Street leaders (88%) say the Trump administration’s approach to immigration enforcement will harm Republicans in the midterms.
K Street
K Street doubts Dems have the juice to resist Trump
Most K Street leaders say congressional Democrats have been ineffective in their efforts to obstruct the Trump administration’s agenda.
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Polling
Longtime Virginia Dem Gerry Connolly dies at 75
The 75-year-old Connolly was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in November. Connolly announced a recurrence of the cancer in April.
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House
The 340B program was created to help patients. Instead, it’s helping hospitals earn massive profits. The 340B Rebate Model Pilot uses rapid verification of existing data to prevent duplicate discounts, strengthening program transparency and efficiency. Urge HHS to implement the Rebate Model Pilot and ensure 340B functions as intended. Get the facts.