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Host: Mark Treichel
Guests: John McKechnie and Jeff Pacino

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Leadership Changes:
- Discussion of Trump's election victory and its potential impacts
- Changes in Senate Banking Committee leadership with Sherrod Brown's defeat
- Tim Scott expected to chair Senate Banking Committee
- Elizabeth Warren potentially becoming ranking Democrat on Banking Committee

2. NCUA Board Implications:
- Anticipated leadership transition from Chairman Todd Harper to Kyle Hauptman
- Analysis of NCUA Board dynamics and chairmanship powers
- Discussion of Hauptman's term expiring in August 2025
- Need for credit union industry experience on the NCUA Board

3. Critical Industry Issues:
- Potential tax reform efforts in 2025
- Importance of credit union advocacy and GAC attendance
- Changes in regulatory approach under new leadership
- Consumer compliance and budget considerations

4. Political Dynamics:
- Discussion of Republican control of Congress
- Two-year window for administration priorities
- Importance of maintaining relationships across party lines
- Changes in House Financial Services Committee leadership with McHenry's retirement

Expert Analysis: The episode features experienced regulatory and industry veterans providing insights on navigating the changing political landscape and its implications for credit unions.