Episode
Baptism By Fire
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- Perino on Politics
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- Apr 20, 2026
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- 1486
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Summary
Fox News Congressional Correspondent Bill Melugin describes the high-stakes battle over funding the Department of Homeland Security. As President Trump issues a June 1st deadline for Congress, Bill shares exclusive insights from his 500+ days on the border and explains the new budget reconciliation gamble in Washington.Bill discusses the Biden Administration's silence on the border and how it impacted the 2024 Presidential Election. Purple State: Dana and Bill take a look at the shadow friendships in D.C. and the potential 2028 presidential candidates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices