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In this Trail Mix episode, Dusty and Mike discuss the 2025 government shutdown and its impact on the National Parks. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here. To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder.Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParksFacebook: Gaze at the National Parks#gazeatthenationalparks#hikeearlyhikeoften#adventureisoutthereHosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanEpisode Editing by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanOriginal Artwork by Michael RyanOriginal Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella KlingerMusic Producer: Skyler FortgangCheck out Aeropress and use my code GAZE for a great deal: https://aeropress.com Our Sponsors:* Check out Aeropress and use my code GAZE for a great deal: https://aeropress.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gaze-at-the-national-parks/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

There's no end in sight for the current government shutdown, which entered its third week on Wednesday. While Democrats are clinging to their $1.5 trillion demands—and Republicans, for once, are refusing to capitulate—there has been a palpable shift in the government shutdown state of play. This week, Rep. Mike Haridopolos, R-Fla., joins ⁠“The Signal Sitdown”⁠ to discuss the evolving dynamics of shutdown politics. “Historically it should be a surprise,” that Democrats have opted to shut down the government, Haridopolos told ⁠The Daily Signal⁠. “The Democrats historically have always got along with a clean [continuing resolution],” he added. That's especially the case in recent history, as Democrats have voted upwards of a dozen times for a nearly identical continuing resolution that kept the government open and running on spending levels set during former President Joe Biden's administration.  To add insult to injury, the continuing resolution that would last through Nov. 21 was negotiated by Republican and Democrat appropriators. “We negotiated this ahead of time,” Haridopolos told The Daily Signal. “[House Appropriations Chairman] Tom Cole sat down, of course, with the House appropriators and Democrat appropriators, and said, ‘We're going to have a clean [continuing resolution], what else do you need? We want to do it till January.” Democrats, however, wanted the continuing resolution to expire in November. “We acquiesced and said, ‘Okay, fine, November 21,'” Haridopolos continued. “We negotiated. So this drama about ‘They never had a seat at the table' is wrong.” Keep Up With The Daily Signal   Sign up for our email newsletters:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.dailysignal.com/email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠     Subscribe to our other shows:    The Tony Kinnett Cast: ⁠https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL2284199939⁠ The Signal Sitdown: ⁠https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL2026390376⁠   Problematic Women:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL7765680741⁠   Victor Davis Hanson: ⁠https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL9809784327⁠     Follow The Daily Signal:    X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://x.com/intent/user?screen_name=DailySignal⁠ Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/thedailysignal/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/TheDailySignalNews/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Truth Social:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://truthsocial.com/@DailySignal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/dailysignal?sub_confirmation=1⁠    Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will break down the historical data from Fidelity to reveal how a government shutdown truly affects the stock market, fixed income, and the broader economy, and why your long-term strategy remains the best defense. Today's Stocks & Topics: Neptune Insurance Holdings Inc. (NP), Market Wrap, Coloplast A/S (CLPBY), Games Workshop Group PLC (GMWKF), Should You Panic? The Real Impact of a Government Shutdown on Your Investments, Sanofi (SNY), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, The Shutdown, United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS), Kenon Holdings Ltd. (KEN), The KPP Newsletter, Ramaco Resources, Inc. (METC), Warrior Met Coal, Inc. (HCC), Sign of Short-Term Market Strains.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/INVEST* Check out Gusto: https://gusto.com/investtalk* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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We start with McDonald's Monopoly, the one national event that manages to unite the country every fall. My son's eating nuggets like they're gold coins, I'm entering codes like a madman, and somehow the “major prizes” are already gone a week in. Somebody's winning RVs, TVs, and million-dollar prizes while I'm sitting here collecting free hash browns and McChickens. But hey, at least there's a secret way to play for free that McDonald's doesn't want you to know about.Then we move into the lawsuit of the week: Smucker's vs. Trader Joe's. Yep. Smucker's is suing Trader Joe's over Uncrustables. They say the “crustless peanut butter and jelly sandwich” design was stolen. We're at the point in America where billion-dollar corporations are beefing over who owns the circle sandwich. You can't make this up.Next up, the government shutdown. We're weeks deep and no one cares. Nobody's getting paid, food banks are feeding federal workers, and the TSA is either missing or working for free. I say keep it shut down. If we hit 60 days, turn the White House into a Spirit Halloween.But that's not all. Donald Trump somehow found the time to:• Broker “peace” in the Middle East.• Send $20 billion to bail out Argentina's collapsing economy.• Announce he's building his own Arc de Trump because why not?Meanwhile, the rest of the country is drowning in family diners and new Sheetz gas stations. Every failed business in central Pennsylvania turns into a breakfast spot. Friendly's? Now a diner. Hookah bar? Diner. Chinese restaurant? Diner. We have so many diners the eggs are forming a union.We wrap up with OpenAI's new partnership with Walmart (the dumbest thing I've ever heard) and their latest feature that finally gives men what they've always wanted: intimacy mode. Yep, ChatGPT's getting spicy. For twenty bucks a month you get a girlfriend who listens, compliments you, and doesn't ask where you were last night.This episode is chaos from top to bottom—Monopoly scams, sandwich wars, government meltdowns, Trump buying Argentina, and AI turning romantic.Welcome to America, folks. What are we doing?Watch the full episode now, hit Like, Subscribe, and ring the bell so you don't miss next week's meltdown.

In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First: A preview of this week's "No Kings" rallies taking place across the country this weekend with Joel Payne of the group "MoveOn" – one of the progressive groups organizing the events. Then: A conversation with Mike Brest - defense reporter for the Washington Examiner. We talk about how the shutdown impacted payday for active-duty military members this week – and the new Pentagon press policies which many news organizations are pushing back on. And finally: From long-lines at TSA to canceled or delayed flights - we check in with Reuters Correspondent David Shepardson about the impact the government shutdown is having on air travel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Under normal circumstances, the profound pain of a government shutdown compels both parties to negotiate a quick resolution on behalf of the American people. But, so far, nothing about this shutdown is normal.Times journalists Michael Barbaro, Tyler Pager, Catie Edmondson and Tony Romm sit down to discuss why this shutdown feels so different.Guest:Tyler Pager, a White House correspondent for The New York Times, covering President Trump and his administration.Catie Edmondson, a congressional correspondent for The New York Times.Tony Romm, a reporter covering economic policy and the Trump administration for The New York Times, based in Washington.Background reading: President Trump's unilateral spending cuts could complicate a shutdown deal.The Trump administration said it would pay some ICE and T.S.A. agents during the shutdown.Photo: Tierney L. Cross/The New York TimesFor more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.  Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

D.C. braces for “No Kings” protests as Democrats refuse to budge on the shutdown, two legacy media outlets face dramatic overhauls, and the largest media convention in the country uninvites two prominent conservative journalists—including one from The Daily Wire. Get the facts first with Morning Wire. - - - Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3 - - - Today's Sponsors: Beam - Visit https://shopbeam.com/WIRE and use code WIRE to get our exclusive discount of up to 40% off. ZocDoc - Find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Visit https://Zocdoc.com/WIRE #sponsored Shopify - Go to https://Shopify.com/morningwire to sign up for your $1-per-month trial period and upgrade your selling today. - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy morning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's … Indicators of the Week! Our weekly look at some of the most fascinating economic numbers from the news. On today's episode: Frozen and canceled federal dollars, America's intensifying tit-for-tat with China, and a sloppy trend infiltrating the music business. (With a pocket full of shells.)Related episodes: China's trade war perspective Fighting AI with AI For sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Fact-checking by Corey Bridges. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

As the government shutdown continues, Republicans and Democrats both say the American public is on their side. The Wall Street Journal’s Siobhan Hughes joins to discuss the politics keeping the government closed. Candidates in the New York City mayoral race faced off in a debate Thursday night. Vanity Fair’s James Pogue breaks down the rise of leading candidate Zohran Mamdani. Sports betting has exploded in popularity since the Supreme Court paved the way for states to legalize it in 2018. On this week’s Apple News In Conversation, Jonathan D. Cohen, author of ‘Losing Big: America’s Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling,’ unpacks what sports betting’s widespread acceptance says about our culture. Plus, former national-security adviser John Bolton was indicted for allegedly mishandling classified information, why Trump issued a strong warning to Hamas, and the German museum Taylor Swift fans are flocking to. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

As the federal government shutdown stretches on, Republicans and Democrats are still far apart on a path to reopening. One major sticking point is the Democrats' demand to include renewed health care subsidies for ACA marketplace enrollees as a part of any vote to end the shutdown.Host Colby Itkowitz sits with Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-West Virginia) to ask about how Republicans view that demand, how the politics of health care are playing in this moment, and the White House's moves to fire federal workers during a shutdown.Today's show was produced by Josh Carroll, Laura Benshoff and Elana Gordon. It was edited by Reena Flores and mixed by Sean Carter. Subscribe to The Washington Post here. And watch the video on YouTube here.

Congressman Byron Donalds sits down with Jillian Michaels for a fiery, unfiltered conversation on everything shaking Washington — the government shutdown, Newsom's Prop 50 gerrymandering scandal, the fight over healthcare for undocumented migrants and his viral showdown with Rashida Tlaib, calling out the left's toxic identity politics and the media's double standard. From power plays to political theater, he lays bare how corruption and culture wars are reshaping America's future.This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/jillianThis episode is sponsored by Quince. Go to Quince.com/jillian for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No Kings rallies are set to take over the U.S. this weekend and insiders say the Dems are banking big on using that as part of their shutdown strategy. Marc Cox, Rich Zeoli, FOX News, Tara Servatius, Annie Frey and more weigh in on Trump's work overseas and the state of the domestic agenda. Plus, there's a question: Do Democrats feel above the law?

Today's Headlines: Donald Trump's Nobel campaign tour continues: he's meeting Zelensky at the White House today, fresh off a “productive” call with Putin and plans to see him soon in Budapest. Meanwhile, former national security adviser John Bolton was indicted on 18 counts for allegedly keeping and sharing over a thousand pages of classified info with relatives — which were later hacked by Iran-linked actors. The Wall Street Journal says Trump's next target is the IRS, with plans to redirect its muscle toward investigating left-leaning groups and major Democratic donors. Shutdown side effects keep piling up — the New York Times found $28 billion in federal project funding frozen in blue districts versus just $739 million in red ones.In other news, Harvard reported a $113 million operating loss, its first in years, after federal funding fell and costs rose (though donor gifts hit a record $629 million and its endowment swelled to $57 billion). Trump also wined and dined corporate giants like Palantir, Meta, and Google to raise $250 million for his new White House ballroom, while Illinois Governor JB Pritzker casually declared $1.4 million in blackjack winnings. And in Madagascar, Gen Z protesters ousted their president, who fled to Dubai, leaving a military colonel promising elections “within two years.” Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: WSJ: Trump Says He Will Meet With Putin in Budapest to Discuss End to Ukraine War AP News: Donald Trump's former adviser John Bolton indicted WSJ: Trump Team Plans IRS Overhaul to Enable Pursuit of Left-Leaning Groups NYT: Trump Halts Billions in Grants for Democratic Districts During Shutdown Axios: Harvard posts biggest operating loss in 14 years as Trump cuts bite WSJ: Trump Hosts Corporate Ballroom Donors at Glitzy White House Dinner WSJ: Billionaire Gov. JB Pritzker Recounts $1.4 Million Las Vegas Blackjack Win Economist: Gen Z revolution or military coup in Madagascar? Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The government shutdown has dragged on for 16 relentless days, and the turmoil in Washington shows no signs of easing. From jaw-dropping Democrat ultimatums to court rulings freeing violent offenders with mere probation, the headlines are bursting with issues that hit every American where it hurts. Today, we slice through the madness, delivering raw, unvarnished truth about the D.C. power plays—and what they mean for you, your loved ones, and our country. Expect bold insights, startling revelations, and practical takeaways the mainstream media dares not touch. Joining us is our special guest, Dr. Kevin Barrett, a seasoned journalist, author, and global media voice, ready to tackle the nation's most pressing questions. From the fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire to the tangled web of foreign influence gripping U.S. leaders, Dr. Barrett unpacks the hidden stories elites work to bury. Prepare for an intense exploration of geopolitics, election integrity, and the forces molding our world—and why every viewer needs to grasp their impact. This is your chance to hear the unfiltered reality. We're also diving into critical domestic crises—ICE enforcement breakdowns in Chicago, illegal immigration turmoil, and the unyielding battle against government corruption. Plus, we're arming you with real steps to fight back, including joining our fax blast to Congress to demand accountability and overhaul. This isn't just a news rundown—it's a meeting place for awareness, action, and empowerment. Tune in today, because the fate of our republic hinges on citizens who won't be silenced!  

It's This Week in Bourbon for October 17th 2025. TTB Shutdown Plan Details, Kentucky has reached an all-time high of 16.1 million aging barrels of Bourbon, and Pursuit Spirits has released Pursuit United Kodama Mizunara Bourbon.Show Notes: TTB releases shutdown plan, furloughing 398 staff and immediately halting C-label and permit approvals if federal funding lapses Casey Jones Distillery launches a "Bottle Your Own Bourbon Experience" featuring a Triple Casked Amburana finish for $89.99 A federal judge rejected the Kentucky Owl/Stoli Group bankruptcy plan, ruling that the "dismal" bourbon market makes selling barrels to cover their $78 million debt unfeasible California has legalized a temporary one-year Direct-to-Consumer (DtC) spirits shipping for craft distilleries (under 150K gallons) starting January 2026 Jack Daniel's is ending its decades-long free cattle feed program, diverting the byproduct for fertilizer and forcing many local farmers to exit the cattle business Buffalo Trace is debuting a new Halloween experience called "Night at the Distillery," featuring a folklore tour and a Private Ghost Hunting giveaway Kentucky's aging barrel inventory has reached an all-time high of 16.1 million barrels, leading distillers to pay $75 million in taxes this year Sagamore Spirit debuts its first High Rye Straight Bourbon (6-year, 118 proof), blending Kentucky and Maryland styles for $49 Woodford Reserve releases a limited Barrel Strength Rye at 125.1 proof, using its pre-prohibition style mash bill for $129.99 SRP High West releases A Midwinter Night's Dram Act 13, a limited Rendezvous Rye finished in Ruby and Tawny Port barrels Templeton Distillery unveils its highly limited 13-Year-Old Rye (108 proof) as the first in its "Hidden Stash" collection for $169.99 Smokeye Hill announces its first rye expression, a 5-year Barrel Proof Rye (131+ proof) with blue corn and high-altitude aging for $89.99 Four Roses and New Belgium Brewing release Oakspire Bourbon Barrel Ale, a limited annual collaboration infused with charred oak and bourbon-soaked spirals The Ingram Distillery releases the 2025 Flagship Bourbon, a micro-batch of only eight high-rye barrels aged on the Mississippi River at 116.5 proof Russell's Reserve announces Single Rickhouse Collection Camp Nelson E, a 128-proof bourbon from the fifth floor of the Camp Nelson E rickhouse Bluegrass Distillers partners with the Pasadena Tournament of Roses to release a limited 100-proof Toasted Oak Bourbon for $50 MSRP Buffalo Trace adds Colonel E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon to the BTAC, the collection's first new expression since 2006 Heaven Hill launches Grain to Glass Specialty Barrel Series, a $129.99 allocated release of three 6-year whiskies aged in Chinquapin Oak barrels Chattanooga Whiskey releases its Bottled in Bond Fall 2021 Vintage, featuring the debut of the new SB104 mash bill in the blend for $52.99 Pursuit Spirits releases Kodama Mizunara Bourbon (117 Proof), a blend finished in both Japanese Mizunara and Infrared-Toasted American Oak for $89.99 Penelope Bourbon launches a limited-edition Apple Cinnamon Old Fashioned ready-to-pour cocktail (80 proof) for $29.99 MSRP Old Overholt launches a limited, unfiltered 12-Year Extra Aged Cask Strength Rye (53–65% ABV) for $109.99 SRP Blue Run Spirits releases a 111-proof Chicago Bears commemorative High Rye Bourbon to honor the 1985 team for $89.99 SRP Woodford Reserve unveils its 2025 holiday bottle featuring a sage and berry garland design collaboration with fashion designer Alexandra O'Neill Support this podcast on Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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As the U.S. government shutdown enters its third week, the Senate faces yet another series of failed votes, progressive leaders Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez refuse to compromise on healthcare funding, while Americans nationwide report mounting financial pressure. A new Guardian–Harris poll reveals that nearly three-quarters of U.S. households have seen costs rise by at least $100 a month despite President Trump's claims that “prices are down.” Inflation, tariffs, and economic pessimism are dominating the national mood. Join this channel for exclusive access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is an Evergreen Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Visit us online at http://www.fiveminute.news Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. Please subscribe HERE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Tara dives into this week's political chaos, from left-wing protests and calls for violence to the government shutdown and Democrat spending schemes. She highlights Trump's pushback against UN taxation, the U.S. surplus, and the growing opportunity for Republicans to reclaim misallocated congressional seats due to gerrymandering and census manipulation. Through listener calls, Tara breaks down how Democrats' expectations are being challenged and why this week could signal a turning point in controlling government spending and restoring constitutional governance.

No Kings rallies are set to take over the U.S. this weekend and insiders say the Dems are banking big on using that as part of their shutdown strategy. Marc Cox, Rich Zeoli, FOX News, Tara Servatius, Annie Frey and more weigh in on Trump's work overseas and the state of the domestic agenda. Plus, there's a question: Do Democrats feel above the law?

Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC) joins Michael Smerconish to discuss their recent joint appearance on HBO's 'Real Time with Bill Maher', the government shutdown, President Trump, and foreign policy — until a fiery exchange over transgender service members derails the conversation. After Mace abruptly ends the call, Jo Ellis, the decorated National Guard veteran and black hawk pilot at the center of the debate, joins Michael to respond — offering a deeply personal perspective on service, identity, and respect. A powerful episode exploring free speech, empathy, and where civil discourse breaks down. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike speaks to U.S Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) about The Government Shutdown, The New Modern Democrat Party and Trump's Presidency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5pm: John breaks down why the government shutdown is political theater… from both sides // Trump’s Shutdown Slasher Aims To Cut Over 10,000 Jobs, Shut Down Agency // Government Shutdown? No, an Efficiency Audit // Senate rejects funding bill with no end in sight of government shutdown // Speaker Mike Johnson predicts end after No Kings Protest // OpenAI says yes to "erotica" for adult users // Sex Robots Are Here… and It's OK // Letters

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: CNN: Dems' Chances of Retaking the House Plummet NPR: A Supreme Court Ruling on Voting Rights Could Boost Republicans' Redistricting Efforts Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, October 16, 2025 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The ongoing federal shutdown is causing problems at the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development. State officials say the shutdown has cut off funding and data the agency needs to do its work.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Report: Business Travel Boosts Younger Gen LifestylesHow Advisors Can Help Clients During the Government Shutdown As heard on Excess Baggage:Cruise Ship Size Limits Officially Set for French Riviera PortsNobu Announces Destinations for Two New HotelsTravel Experts Advisors Forecast Flat Winter — Though Late Bookings May Still Provide a BoostSouthwest Airlines debuts new aircraft interiorTrafalgar will build river ships, hires executive to lead the projectUniversal Kids Resort Unveils New Details About Play AreasUnder Canvas Announces New England ExpansionReport: Extreme Tourism Market to Hit $100 Billion by 2034See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve sits down with Congressman Tim Walberg, who represents Michigan's Fifth Congressional District and serves on both the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Education and the Workforce Committee. They discuss how Democrats' political games have led to a radical government shutdown that's hurting hardworking Michiganders. Rep. Walberg calls on Congress to end the chaos and pass a clean government funding bill, putting the needs of the American people ahead of partisan theatrics.

In this episode of our EEOC Exclusive podcast series, Adam Dougherty (shareholder, Dallas) sits down with D'Ontae Sylvertooth (shareholder, Washington) and Sean Oliveira (associate, St. Louis) to deliver a clear, timely breakdown of what a government shutdown means, why it happens, and how it affects everything from employers to federal workers to everyday services. The speakers unpack the politics and process behind funding standoffs, the real-world consequences for businesses, and what to watch in the days ahead.

odd unpacks CNN's town hall with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders and explains why the left's storyline on the ongoing government shutdown doesn't add up. From filibuster math and continuing resolutions to Trump's executive order protecting military pay, Todd lays out the context the media skips and contrasts big–government promises with limited–government reality. He also responds to AOC's claims about the GOP “radicalizing” young men, and why that kind of performance politics falls flat with everyday Americans. Plus, quick hits on party messaging, what really drives shutdown blame, and why shrinking Washington's scope still matters most for liberty and prosperity. Subscribe to The Daily Truth for the full Stack and transcript.

No Kings rallies are set to take over US cities this weekend amid a swirling mix of political hot topics: Hamas hasn't released hostage bodies, which Trump says could make him 'green light' Israel to start bombing again. John Bolton was indicted. Oh, and the government is shut down and some experts say it could become the longest shutdown in history.

Ahead of tomorrow's No Kings protest, LVMPD Sheriff Kevin McMahill told Channel 8 reporters that they would be refiling evidence against protestors from June whose charges were previously dropped. What does this portend? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Independent Opinion Editor Andrew Kiraly to discuss. They also look at why unions are on both sides of the film tax credit debate, and the sheer Vegas-ness of "Strippers Against Shutdowns." Learn more about the sponsors of this October 17th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Subscribe to UnitedHealthcare's Community & State newsletter.Health Affairs' Jeff Byers welcomes Senior Editor Kathleen Haddad back to the pod to take a look at the recent government shutdown, how health policy plays into it, HHS layoffs, the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, the ACA marketplace, and more.Join us for this upcoming event:11/5: Health Benefits in 2025: Insights from the KFF Employer Health Benefits Survey (INSIDER EXCLUSIVE)Become an Insider today to get access to exclusive events and our upcoming third trend report.Related Articles:Judge pauses shutdown layoffs at more than 30 federal agencies (NPR)Medicare backs off plan to pause doctor payments amid shutdown (STAT)White House: Shutdown layoffs will be ‘north of 10,000' (Politico) Subscribe to UnitedHealthcare's Community & State newsletter.

President Trump escalates pressure on Venezuela, authorizing covert CIA operations and striking suspected drug boats. A federal judge pauses the Trump administration's shutdown layoffs, at least for now. And active-duty troops get paid after a last-minute fix, but military families still feel the strain as the shutdown drags on.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Dana Farrington, Emily Kopp, Andrew Sussman, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Milton Guevara.We get engineering support from Zac Coleman. And our technical director is Stacey Abbott.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Senator John Kennedy is a U.S. Senator and author of How To Test Negative For Stupid: And Why Washington Never Will, available now. Follow him on Instagram and X @SenJohnKennedy.IN THE NEWS: Actress Cheryl Hines defends her husband, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., in a heated exchange with The View hosts over his record serving Americans. New York Attorney General Letitia James faces scrutiny after reports reveal a fugitive relative with a violent criminal history has been living in one of her Virginia homes. Meanwhile, California Governor Gavin Newsom sparks controversy by comparing Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu to the characters from Dumb and Dumber.FOR MORE WITH SENATOR KENNEDY:BOOK: How To Test Negative For Stupid: And Why Washington Never WillAvailable now INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @SenJohnKennedyFOR MORE WITH RUDY PAVICH: INSTAGRAM: @rudy_pavichWEBSITE: www.rudypavichcomedy.comSubscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/LIVE SHOWS: October 29 - Burbank, CANovember 6 - Boston, MANovember 7 - Buffalo, NYThank you for supporting our sponsors:CovePure.com/ADAMHomes.comoreillyauto.com/ADAMQuo.com/ADAMpluto.tvTRUEWERK.com with code ACSSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A federal judge halted the Trump administration's efforts to get rid of roughly 4,000 federal workers during the shutdown on Wednesday. And yet while courts try to stop the Trump administration from axing government workers, hundreds of thousands of federal employees are going without paychecks. And the Affordable Care Act subsidies Democrats are fighting for are what stands between millions of Americans and even higher health care prices. To discuss how the shutdown and the subsidies fight are affecting rural Americans, I spoke to Wisconsin Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin.And in headlines, Department of Homeland Security blows a wad of cash on Kristi Noem-inspired propaganda, Trump confirms he's authorized CIA action in Venezuela. And Operation Summer Heat! No it's not a new Baywatch spin-off – it's Trump's and FBI director Kash Patel's latest crackdown on crime.Show Notes:Call Congress – 202-224-3121Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on MAGA Mike Johnson getting served with a litigation demand letter from the Arizona Attorney General informing him that he is in imminent jeopardy of getting sued over his shutdown stunt of not swearing in Arizona Congresswoman Elect Adelita Grijalva. Go to https://Graza.co and use code: MEIDAS to get 10% off "The Trio" and get to cookin' your next chef quality meal! Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newt talks with Vance Ginn, former associate director for economic policy at Office of Management and Budget (OMB) about the economic impact of the government shutdown. They discuss the intricacies of government spending, the role of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and the challenges of achieving a balanced budget. Ginn emphasizes the need for fiscal responsibility, highlighting the importance of reducing waste and inefficiencies within government operations. Their conversation also covers the impact of the Dodd-Frank Act and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, with Ginn arguing for a reduction in government intervention in consumer markets. Additionally, they address healthcare reform, advocating for a system that prioritizes patient care over bureaucracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 1948, Jack and Miles are joined by musician, poet, activist, and host of Hood Politics, Jason Petty AKA Propaganda, to discuss… They Are Trying To 'INFANT-DIED-DRUG-FIRE-MASS-SHOOTINGS' The No Kings Demonstrations, I AM A MANNNNNNNNNNN and more! Mike Johnson: "This hate America rally that they have coming up for October 18? Sen. Roger Marshall: "October 18 is when the protest gets here. This will be a Soros paid-for protest for his professional protesters." I AM A MANNNNNNNNNNN LISTEN: Frontline by Butcher BrownSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 days into the government shutdown, services are unavailable and federal workers are facing instability. Both sides have dug in, with Democrats and Republicans pointing fingers at each other. WSJ's Siobhan Hughes explains what it would take to end the shutdown. Ryan Knutson hosts. Further Listening: -Why This Government Shutdown Is Different -Kathy Hochul on Mamdani, Trump and Where Democrats Went Wrong Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Epstein Trump Coverup scandal has taken a new twist, as the Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, who prosecuted Trump's gang and its role in the 2020 election interference the last time around, just threatened to bring a suit for mandamus against Speaker MAGA Mike Johnson if he doesn't swear in Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva who is ready to be the final signature on the petition to put the release of the Epstein Files to a House Vote. Michael Popok explains how MAGA is trying to block her swearing in to put pressure on the Democrats in funding/Shutdown negotiations, and to stop the release of the Epstein Files. IndaCloud: Get 30% OFF your first order + FREE shipping @IndaCloud with code LEGALAF at https://indacloud.co Subscribe:  @LegalAFMTN  Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SHOW SCHEDULE 10-15--25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 1964 ATLANTIC CITYCONVENTION HALL THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT CONGRESS.... 10-15--25 FIRST HOUR 9-915 HEADLINE: Obamacare Subsidies Trigger Government Shutdown Debate GUEST NAME: Michael Toth SUMMARY: Michael Toth explains that the current government shutdown debate centers on extending two expensive Biden-era Obamacare subsidies. These changes allow individuals earning over 400% of the federal poverty line to receive subsidies and provide 100% coverage for the near-poor. The original Obamacare cross-subsidy structure failed because young, healthy individuals found premiums too high. Toth advocates deregulation, such as allowing insurance companies to charge lower, risk-adjusted rates and enabling single business owners to use Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) for cheaper coverage. 915-930 HEADLINE: Obamacare Subsidies Trigger Government Shutdown Debate GUEST NAME: Michael Toth SUMMARY: Michael Toth explains that the current government shutdown debate centers on extending two expensive Biden-era Obamacare subsidies. These changes allow individuals earning over 400% of the federal poverty line to receive subsidies and provide 100% coverage for the near-poor. The original Obamacare cross-subsidy structure failed because young, healthy individuals found premiums too high. Toth advocates deregulation, such as allowing insurance companies to charge lower, risk-adjusted rates and enabling single business owners to use Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) for cheaper coverage. 930-945 HEADLINE: Hamas, Hostages, and Middle East Turmoil: Challenges to the Trump Ceasefire Plan GUEST NAME:Jonathan Schanzer SUMMARY: Jonathan Schanzer discusses complications in the Trump ceasefire plan, including Hamas delaying the return of deceased hostages to maintain leverage. The released prisoners, including potential Hamas leaders, raise concerns about where the organization's center of gravity will shift if they are deported to places like Turkey or Qatar. Schanzer views Turkey, an autocratic supporter of Hamas, as a problematic guarantor of the ceasefire. Internationally, Iran continues its nuclear program despite snapback sanctions, and al-Sharaa is meeting with Putin regarding Russian assets in Syria. 945-1000 HEADLINE: Hamas, Hostages, and Middle East Turmoil: Challenges to the Trump Ceasefire Plan GUEST NAME:Jonathan Schanzer SUMMARY: Jonathan Schanzer discusses complications in the Trump ceasefire plan, including Hamas delaying the return of deceased hostages to maintain leverage. The released prisoners, including potential Hamas leaders, raise concerns about where the organization's center of gravity will shift if they are deported to places like Turkey or Qatar. Schanzer views Turkey, an autocratic supporter of Hamas, as a problematic guarantor of the ceasefire. Internationally, Iran continues its nuclear program despite snapback sanctions, and al-Sharaa is meeting with Putin regarding Russian assets in Syria. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 HEADLINE: China's Predicament in the Middle East and Domestic Economic Instability GUEST NAME: General Blaine Holt SUMMARY: General Blaine Holt analyzes China's strategic challenges, noting Beijing is concerned about losing access to critical oil and gas resources as US leadership advances the Abraham Accords. China's previous regional deals, like the Saudi-Iran agreement, lacked substance compared to US business commitments. Holt suggests internal pressures might lead Iran toward the Accords. Domestically, China faces accelerating deflation and uncertainty regarding Xi Jinping's leadership due to four competing factions before the fourth plenum. 1015-1030 HEADLINE: South Korea's Descent into Authoritarianism and Persecution of Opposition GUEST NAME: Morse Tan SUMMARY: Morse Tan argues that South Korea is moving toward a "rising communist dictatorship" that oppresses political and religious figures. The indictment of the Unification Church leader and the targeting of the rightful President Yoon exemplify this trend. This persecution serves as an intimidation campaign, demonstrating the regime's disregard for the populace. Tan recommends the US implement active measures, including sanctions relating to a coup d'état and visa sanctions, while also pressing for greater military cooperation. 1030-1045 HEADLINE: Russian War Economy Stalls as Oil Prices Decline and Sanctions Bite GUEST NAME: Michael Bernstam SUMMARY: Michael Bernstam reports that the Russian economy is struggling as global oil prices decline and sanctions increase transportation costs, leading to a $13 to $14 per barrel discount on Russian oil. The "military Keynesianism" economy is exhausted, resulting in staff cuts across industrial sectors. Forecasts indicate contraction in late 2025 and 2026, with the IMF lowering its growth projection for 2025 to 0.6%. Russia is avoiding sanctions by routing payments through neighbors like Kyrgyzstan, who have become major financial hubs. 1045-1100 HEADLINE: Lessons from the Swiss National Bank: Risk-Taking, Exchange Rates, and Fiscal Responsibility GUEST NAME: John Cochrane SUMMARY: Economist John Cochrane analyzes the Swiss National Bank (SNB), noting it differs greatly from the US Federal Reserve by investing heavily in foreign stocks and bonds to manage the Swiss franc's exchange rate. The SNB's massive balance sheet carries risks accepted by Swiss taxpayers and the Cantons. Switzerland, being fiscally responsible (running no budget deficits), finds central banking easier. Cochrane advises that the US Fed should not be buying stocks or venturing into fiscal policy. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 HEADLINE: China Retaliates Against Dutch Chipmaker Seizure Amid European Fragmentation GUEST NAME:Theresa Fallon SUMMARY: Theresa Fallon discusses China imposing export controls on Nexperia after the Dutch government seized control of the chipmaker, which was owned by China's Wingtech. The Dutch acted due to fears the Chinese owner would strip the technology and equipment, despite Nexperia producing low-quality chips for cars. Fallon notes Europe needs a better chip policy but struggles to speak with one voice, as fragmented policy allows China to drive wedges and weaken the EU. 1115-1130 HEADLINE: China's Economic Slowdown, Deflation, and the Spectre of Japanification GUEST NAME: Andrew Collier SUMMARY: Andrew Collier discusses China's economic woes, characterized by persistent deflation, with the CPI down 0.3% (6 out of 9 months in the red) and the PPI down for 36 straight months. This environment raises concerns about "Japanification"—a multi-decade slowdown after a property crash. Major structural changes to stimulate consumer consumption are unlikely at the upcoming Communist Party plenum, as the system favors state investment. The property market collapse means foreign investment is leaving, and Collier suggests the economy may not bottom until 2027 or 2028. 1130-1145 HEADLINE: SpaceX Starship Success, Private Space Dominance, and Government Inaction GUEST NAME: Bob Zimmerman SUMMARY: Bob Zimmerman describes SpaceX's Starship Super Heavy 11th test flight as "remarkable," highlighting successful booster reuse and controlled re-entry despite missing tiles. He asserts that private enterprise, like SpaceX, runs the "real American space program" aimed at Mars colonization, outpacing government efforts. In contrast, European projects like Callisto, proposed in 2015, demonstrate government "inaction." JPL is also laying off staff following the cancellation of the Mars sample return project, forcing organizations like Lowell Observatory to seek private funding. 1145-1200 HEADLINE: SpaceX Starship Success, Private Space Dominance, and Government Inaction GUEST NAME: Bob Zimmerman SUMMARY: Bob Zimmerman describes SpaceX's Starship Super Heavy 11th test flight as "remarkable," highlighting successful booster reuse and controlled re-entry despite missing tiles. He asserts that private enterprise, like SpaceX, runs the "real American space program" aimed at Mars colonization, outpacing government efforts. In contrast, European projects like Callisto, proposed in 2015, demonstrate government "inaction." JPL is also laying off staff following the cancellation of the Mars sample return project, forcing organizations like Lowell Observatory to seek private funding. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 HEADLINE: Commodity Market Trends and UK's Lack of Risk Appetite for AI Innovation GUEST NAME: Simon Constable SUMMARY: Simon Constable notes that data center expansion for AI is increasing prices for copper (up 15%) and steel (up 14%). He points out that the UK lags significantly behind the US in building new AI data centers (170 vs. 5,000+) due to a lack of risk appetite, insufficient wealth, and poor marketing of new ideas. Separately, Constable discusses the collapse of a UK China spying trial because the prior government failed to officially classify China as a national security threat during the alleged offenses. 1215-1230 HEADLINE: Commodity Market Trends and UK's Lack of Risk Appetite for AI Innovation GUEST NAME: Simon Constable SUMMARY: Simon Constable notes that data center expansion for AI is increasing prices for copper (up 15%) and steel (up 14%). He points out that the UK lags significantly behind the US in building new AI data centers (170 vs. 5,000+) due to a lack of risk appetite, insufficient wealth, and poor marketing of new ideas. Separately, Constable discusses the collapse of a UK China spying trial because the prior government failed to officially classify China as a national security threat during the alleged offenses. 1230-1245 HEADLINE: AI Regulation Debate: Premature Laws vs. Emerging Norms GUEST NAME: Kevin Frazier SUMMARY: Kevin Frazier critiques the legislative rush to regulate AI, arguing that developing norms might be more effective than premature laws. He notes that bills like California's AB 1047, which demands factual accuracy, fundamentally misunderstand AI's generative nature. Imposing vague standards, as seen in New York's RAISE Act, risks chilling innovation and preventing widespread benefits, like affordable legal or therapy tools. Frazier emphasizes that AI policy should be grounded in empirical data rather than speculative fears. 1245-100 AM HEADLINE: AI Regulation Debate: Premature Laws vs. Emerging Norms GUEST NAME: Kevin Frazier SUMMARY: Kevin Frazier critiques the legislative rush to regulate AI, arguing that developing norms might be more effective than premature laws. He notes that bills like California's AB 1047, which demands factual accuracy, fundamentally misunderstand AI's generative nature. Imposing vague standards, as seen in New York's RAISE Act, risks chilling innovation and preventing widespread benefits, like affordable legal or therapy tools. Frazier emphasizes that AI policy should be grounded in empirical data rather than speculative fears.

HEADLINE: Obamacare Subsidies Trigger Government Shutdown Debate GUEST NAME: Michael Toth SUMMARY: Michael Toth explains that the current government shutdown debate centers on extending two expensive Biden-era Obamacare subsidies. These changes allow individuals earning over 400% of the federal poverty line to receive subsidies and provide 100% coverage for the near-poor. The original Obamacare cross-subsidy structure failed because young, healthy individuals found premiums too high. Toth advocates deregulation, such as allowing insurance companies to charge lower, risk-adjusted rates and enabling single business owners to use Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) for cheaper coverage. 1902

HEADLINE: Obamacare Subsidies Trigger Government Shutdown Debate GUEST NAME: Michael Toth SUMMARY: Michael Toth explains that the current government shutdown debate centers on extending two expensive Biden-era Obamacare subsidies. These changes allow individuals earning over 400% of the federal poverty line to receive subsidies and provide 100% coverage for the near-poor. The original Obamacare cross-subsidy structure failed because young, healthy individuals found premiums too high. Toth advocates deregulation, such as allowing insurance companies to charge lower, risk-adjusted rates and enabling single business owners to use Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) for cheaper coverage.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Show: 3:05pm- More good news for Jack Ciattarelli: New polling data suggests that enthusiasm for his campaign to be the next governor of New Jersey is now at a whopping 91%! Meanwhile, Mikie Sherrill continues to baselessly accuse Ciattarelli of killing “tens of thousands of people” for work a marketing firm he once owned did on behalf of pharmaceutical companies. Ciattarelli's campaign has sued her for defamation. 3:30pm- Democrat Gubernatorial Nominees See Their Lead Narrow: Polling shows the race between Ciattarelli and Sherrill is, as of now, anyone's race. Virginia Democrat Abigail Spanberger has seen her massive lead over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears—which was at one point estimated to be as much as 17-points in May—now sits at 5 to 8-points, according to polling averages. 3:40pm- On Wednesday night, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) participated in a NewsNation town hall event where he called out his own party for refusing to pass a continuing resolution and, consequently, allowing the government to shut down. Fetterman also insisted that Democrats need to stop demonizing their political opponents: “I refuse to call people Nazis or fascists. I would never compare anybody, anybody to Hitler”—noting that the extremism embraced by members of his party is exactly what led to Donlad Trump winning every swing state in last year's presidential election. “I refuse to follow that [extremism] even if it's going to cost me support with parts of the base.” Are Democrats going to mount a primary challenge against Fetterman? 3:50pm- On Thursday, from the Oval Office, President Donald Trump announced his administration's plans to help expand in vitro fertilization (IVF) access. Though he signed an executive order earlier this year, Trump is now issuing guidance encouraging employers to cover the procedure as part of their offered health insurance plans. 4:00pm- On Thursday, from the Oval Office, President Donald Trump announced his administration's plans to help expand in vitro fertilization (IVF) access. Though he signed an executive order earlier this year, Trump is now issuing guidance encouraging employers to cover the procedure as part of their offered health insurance plans 4:20pm- President Trump spoke with the press—including answering questions about his phone call with Vladimir Putin and his plans to meet with the Russian President in Budapest later this year in hopes of ending the Russia-Ukraine war. 4:50pm- Breaking News: Former National Security Advisor John Bolton has been charged with mishandling classified information. 5:00pm- Paula Scanlan (former Swimmer for the University of Pennsylvania & now working alongside Scott Presler and the Early Vote Action PAC) & Raquel Debono (Entertainment Lawyer & Founder of Make America Hot Again) join The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss John Fetterman denouncing far-left radicalism, the upcoming New Jersey gubernatorial race, and whether Chuck Schumer is afraid of AOC. Plus, don't miss the next Make America Hot Again party in New York City on November 4th! (There will be a popcorn machine!) 5:30pm- Zach Smith—Senior Legal Fellow and Manager of the Supreme Court and Appellate Advocacy Program in Heritage's Meese Center—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the U.S. Supreme Court hearing oral argument in Louisiana v. Callais, a redistricting case focusing on the constitutionality of Louisiana's congressional map and whether states should be compelled to consider race when redrawing legislative districts. 5:50pm- Former National Security Advisor John Bolton has been charged with mishandling classified information. 6:05pm- On Tuesday, for the eighth time, Senate Democrats voted against moving forward with a House-passed bill to fund the government and end the ongoing shutdown. Only John Fetterman, Catherine Cortez Masto, and Angus King broke from their party. The Senate needs 60 votes to advance the bill. 6:15pm- On Wednesday night, CNN held a town h ...

Hamas hands over more bodies of deceased hostages as tensions rise in Gaza over the next phase of the ceasefire deal. The government shutdown stretches into its third week with no negotiations underway, as pressure builds on both parties to break the stalemate. And the Supreme Court takes up a major case on Louisiana's congressional map that could weaken the Voting Rights Act nationwide.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Miguel Macias, Jason Breslow, Anna Yukhananov, Mohamad ElBardicy and Martha Ann Overland.It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Christopher ThomasWe get engineering support from Carleigh Strange. And our technical director is Stacey Abbott.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy