Hosted by Reese Gorman, a well-sourced congressional reporter who walks the halls of Capitol Hill every day, each episode explores a member's background, their journey to Washington, and the issues that motivate them.

Episode List

Robert Garcia on the Epstein Files and Working with Anti-Gay Lawmakers

Feb 17th, 2026 8:00 AM

Rep. Robert Garcia, a Democrat who serves as the ranking member on the House Oversight Committee, has been at the forefront of Congress’ investigation into the Epstein files. He joined NOTUS’ Reese Gorman shortly after viewing the unredacted files at the DOJ and talked about people named in the files the committee wants to hear from — Bill Gates and Steve Bannon in particular. He also talked about being an openly gay member of Congress and what it’s like working with lawmakers who have anti-LGBTQ views.  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.

Joaquin Castro on Liam Conejo Ramos and Why He Thinks ICE Should Be ‘Disbanded’

Feb 9th, 2026 8:00 AM

Democratic Rep. Joaquin Castro recently escorted 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father out of an ICE detention facility in Dilley, Texas. He joins NOTUS’ Reese Gorman to talk about the effort to get the child out of detention, his thoughts on funding ICE, the state of the Senate race in Texas and what it’s like being identical twins with another politician. 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.

Mike Lawler Joins On NOTUS and Talks About “The Art of the Deal” in Congress

Feb 2nd, 2026 8:00 AM

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.

David Valadao Joins On NOTUS to Talk About His Relationships in Congress and with Trump, Dairy Farming and Losing in 2018

Jan 26th, 2026 8:00 AM

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.

Pat Harrigan Joins On NOTUS to Discuss His Path from the Military to Congress

Jan 20th, 2026 8:00 AM

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.

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