About this episode

The episode features a discussion on the negotiations between the White House and Congress, the midterm landscape, and reflections on American democracy as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday.

This week Axe and Murphy were joined by Hacks frequent flier and POLITICO’s own JMart. The Hacks break down negotiations between the White House and the Hill, take stock of the midterm landscape, and reflect on the great pageant of American democracy as the nation marks its 250th birthday. Photo by Al Drago via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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