Laura Weiss
Tax and Financial Services ReporterLaura has been covering Congress and regulatory agencies in Washington since 2017 with a focus on tax, financial services and economic policy. Laura co-authors Punchbowl News’ first policy vertical, The Vault. Before joining Punchbowl News, Laura reported in D.C. for CQ Roll Call and covered local government, politics and more for Hearst newspapers in Connecticut. Laura grew up in Valley Forge, Pa., and graduated from Dartmouth College.
Latest from Laura Weiss
Economy in focus in 2024’s homestretch
Both presidential candidates are putting a heavy emphasis on their economic vision for the country, and lawmakers in both parties say they’ve got the edge.
The Vault
Finance + Economy
Bob Casey on outbound investment’s lame-duck chances
Casey plans to have conversations with House lawmakers involved in the outbound investment negotiations and is aiming for action by year’s end.
The Vault
Finance + Economy
Mike Johnson talks econ policy at the NYSE
The speaker also vowed to address mounting U.S. debt, saying the country is in an “unsustainable and frankly immoral position.”
The Vault
Finance + Economy
Ron Estes talks R&D and the 2025 tax fight
As businesses get ready for the 2025 tax fight, they’re revving up to push for the return of a bigger tax break for research and development spending.
The Vault
Finance + Economy