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Republican Rep. Mike Lawler represents a swing district just north of New York City that was won by Kamala Harris in 2024, making him a constant target for Democrats. He joins NOTUS’ Reese Gorman for a conversation about how he makes deals in Congress and why he pushed for a health care subsidy deal — and shares his Donald Trump impression. On NOTUS is a production of NOTUS, with marketing and production support from The Podglomerate. You can find more about NOTUS at ⁠notus.com/podcast⁠ and follow us @notusreports. NOTUS is a newsroom like no other: a mix of veteran reporters and editors working with some of the country’s most promising up-and-coming reporters — individuals from different regions, backgrounds and beliefs who have come to Washington as fellows at the Allbritton Journalism Institute. Together, we cover government and politics with the fresh eyes of newcomers and the expertise of veterans. We call it like we see it, no matter whose narrative it fits or how many clicks it will get.

Rep. David Valadao, a moderate California Republican, joins NOTUS’ Reese Gorman for a conversation about his path from a dairy farmer to the halls of Congress. He was one of the 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach President Donald Trump in 2021, but only one of two still in office. He talks about why he doesn’t think 2026 will be like 2018. On NOTUS is a production of NOTUS, with marketing and production support from The Podglomerate. You can find more about NOTUS at notus.com/podcast and follow us @notusreports. NOTUS is a newsroom like no other: a mix of veteran reporters and editors working with some of the country’s most promising up-and-coming reporters — individuals from different regions, backgrounds and beliefs who have come to Washington as fellows at the Allbritton Journalism Institute. Together, we cover government and politics with the fresh eyes of newcomers and the expertise of veterans. We call it like we see it, no matter whose narrative it fits or how many clicks it will get.

Rep. Pat Harrigan, a Republican from North Carolina, joins NOTUS’ Reese Gorman for a conversation about his life journey — from a student at West Point, to a Green Beret in Afghanistan, to a small business owner, to his latest stop: a member of Congress in Washington.  On NOTUS is a production of NOTUS, with marketing and production support from The Podglomerate. You can find more about NOTUS at notus.com/podcast and follow us @notusreports. NOTUS is a newsroom like no other: a mix of veteran reporters and editors working with some of the country’s most promising up-and-coming reporters — individuals from different regions, backgrounds and beliefs who have come to Washington as fellows at the Allbritton Journalism Institute.Together, we cover government and politics with the fresh eyes of newcomers and the expertise of veterans. We call it like we see it, no matter whose narrative it fits or how many clicks it will get.

California Congressman Pete Aguilar, the chair of the House Democratic Caucus and the highest-ranking Latino in Congress, joins NOTUS’ Reese Gorman and talks about moving up the ranks in Democratic leadership and stepping into the “large shoes to fill” of longtime party leaders like Nancy Pelosi. On NOTUS is a production of NOTUS, with marketing and production support from The Podglomerate. You can find more about NOTUS at notus.com/podcast and follow us @notusreports. NOTUS is a newsroom like no other: a mix of veteran reporters and editors working with some of the country’s most promising up-and-coming reporters — individuals from different regions, backgrounds and beliefs who have come to Washington as fellows at the Allbritton Journalism Institute. Together, we cover government and politics with the fresh eyes of newcomers and the expertise of veterans. We call it like we see it, no matter whose narrative it fits or how many clicks it will get.

Maryland Congressman Jamie Raskin joins NOTUS’ Reese Gorman and talks about how Donald Trump and the events of Jan. 6, 2021 have shaped his time on Capitol Hill and his surprising friendship with Republican Lauren Boebert. On NOTUS is a production of NOTUS, with marketing and production support from The Podglomerate. You can find more about NOTUS at notus.com/podcast and follow us @notusreports. NOTUS is a newsroom like no other: a mix of veteran reporters and editors working with some of the country’s most promising up-and-coming reporters — individuals from different regions, backgrounds and beliefs who have come to Washington as fellows at the Allbritton Journalism Institute.Together, we cover government and politics with the fresh eyes of newcomers and the expertise of veterans. We call it like we see it, no matter whose narrative it fits or how many clicks it will get.

Vermont Congresswoman Becca Balint joins NOTUS’ Reese Gorman to discuss what it’s like being openly gay and Jewish in Congress, and what her political future might hold. On NOTUS is a production of NOTUS, with marketing and production support from The Podglomerate. You can find more about NOTUS at notus.com/podcast and follow us @notusreports. NOTUS is a newsroom like no other: a mix of veteran reporters and editors working with some of the country’s most promising up-and-coming reporters — individuals from different regions, backgrounds and beliefs who have come to Washington as fellows at the Allbritton Journalism Institute.Together, we cover government and politics with the fresh eyes of newcomers and the expertise of veterans. We call it like we see it, no matter whose narrative it fits or how many clicks it will get.

The third-highest ranking Republican in Congress, Majority Whip Tom Emmer, joins NOTUS’ Reese Gorman for a candid conversation about how he tries to keep the GOP conference in line. On NOTUS is a production of NOTUS, with marketing and production support from The Podglomerate. You can find more about NOTUS at notus.com/podcast and follow us @notusreports. NOTUS is a newsroom like no other: a mix of veteran reporters and editors working with some of the country’s most promising up-and-coming reporters — individuals from different regions, backgrounds and beliefs who have come to Washington as fellows at the Allbritton Journalism Institute. Together, we cover government and politics with the fresh eyes of newcomers and the expertise of veterans. We call it like we see it, no matter whose narrative it fits or how many clicks it will get.

Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez joins NOTUS’ Reese Gorman to discuss how her religion motivates her and how Washington state is different from D.C. On NOTUS is a production of NOTUS, with marketing and production support from The Podglomerate. You can find more about NOTUS at notus.com/podcast and follow us @notusreports. NOTUS is a newsroom like no other: a mix of veteran reporters and editors working with some of the country’s most promising up-and-coming reporters — individuals from different regions, backgrounds and beliefs who have come to Washington as fellows at the Allbritton Journalism Institute. Together, we cover government and politics with the fresh eyes of newcomers and the expertise of veterans. We call it like we see it, no matter whose narrative it fits or how many clicks it will get.

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise joins NOTUS’ Reese Gorman to talk about how to get things done in the House, why he decided to run for office, and the assassination attempt that almost took his life.

On NOTUS is a new podcast hosted by Reese Gorman, a NOTUS congressional reporter who is well-sourced on both sides of the aisle. Each episode explores a member's background, their journey to Washington, and the issues that motivate them.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: @NOTUSReportsFollow NOTUS:X: @NOTUSReportsInstagram: NOTUSReportsBluesky: NOTUS