The Roosevelt Group Podcast

On this episode of The Roosevelt Group Podcast, Managing Partner John Simmons is joined by Senior Advisors Jakob Johnsen and Faiq Raza to discuss the start of Fiscal Year 2026 and the ongoing government shutdown. From chamber dynamics, to the latest updates, to effects on U.S. national security readiness—the team unpacks how we got here and potential timelines Congress may follow to get back on track.

On this episode of The Roosevelt Group Podcast, Senior Advisor Elana Broitman and Principal Matthew Herrmann sit down to discuss the FY26 NDAA, recently passed by the House on Wednesday, September 10 and still making its way through the Senate before going to conference. They unpack the legislative processes each Chamber will follow, projected timelines, top line trends, and mentions of AI, cyber, munitions, and more.

In this episode of The Roosevelt Group Podcast, Senior Advisor Alycia Farrell and Principal Matthew Herrmann break down the “Big Beautiful Bill,” a major spending package advancing through Congress. They explore key provisions in defense and cybersecurity, the strategic implications for national security, and what’s next as the bill nears the president’s desk.

In this episode of The Roosevelt Group Podcast, Senior Advisors Dana Linnet and Brigadier General (Ret.) Duke DeLuca join us to unpack the recent escalation between Israel and Iran. They explore the geopolitical and military dimensions of the conflict, its implications for U.S. strategic interests, and what to watch for as the situation develops.

In this episode of The Roosevelt Group Podcast, Senior Advisor Elana Broitman joins us to discuss the current situation on the ground in Ukraine and breaks down what’s driving the latest developments, key strategic implications, and what to watch in the weeks ahead.