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Nov 24
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Why MTG's missive rang true for House GO...

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MTG’s weekend manifesto is sending shockwaves through a fragile House GOP majority, with real implications for 2026. Anna breaks it all down — plus new reporting on CIA concerns about Rep. Dan Crenshaw’s conduct in Mexico and whether Congress can finally pass Russia sanctions. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ t ... Show More
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