Today is day 35 of the federal government shutdown that is now tied for the longest shutdown in US history. And now the transportation secretary is issuing a new warning for air travelers. >> Yeah.At a press conference today, Secretary Shawn Duffy said we could see an increase in flight delays and cancellations next week if the government does not reopen. He also said some parts of the US airspace could close. Earlier today on Capitol Hill and for the 14th time, senators rejected a bill to reopen the govern ...

Monica Guarez, head of US policy at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management and joins us now. Monica, welcome. Obviously, listen, uh, SNAP food benefits, lack of paychecks, airports, everything else, that's that's all real world impact, but I've got to imagine that Morgan Stanley Wealth Management's clients are asking about this.When or how much will it matter, and where, how are you answering them. I mean, we're seeing it actually start to show up when we're thinking about those concerns, right. Our clients are a ...

Joining us now with more on the impact of the shutdown, Libya can trill uh PIMCO, head of US public policy. We could go down the list of of things to talk about. I guess the latest I saw was that President Trump said some of these agencies are not coming back.Uh did Dem if if Democrats take a note of the possible uh negative effects on on on them from keeping it closed. Yeah, I mean I think that just just in general both sides think that they have a winning hand here and um you know our expectation is that ...

Crime and Public Safety - The discussion revolves around the need to restore law and order and ensure safer communities across the country [3] - Concerns are raised about the level of violence in some cities, with comparisons made to third-world countries [5] - The debate includes differing views on approaches to public safety, such as defunding the police or deploying the National Guard [5] - Statistics on crime rates in DC and Chicago are presented, indicating a decrease in some areas, although crime remains a significant issue [7][8][9] - The impact of deploying the National Guard on crime rates in DC is highlighted, noting a period of 11 days without a murder after their arrival [7][10] Government Shutdown and Healthcare - The government shutdown is a central topic, with ACA subsidies being a key point of contention [11] - There is disagreement on whether the shutdown is primarily a healthcare fight or a funding fight [12] - Concerns are raised about the potential impact of expiring tax credits on the number of uninsured people, particularly in Michigan, estimated to rise by 390,000 [14] - Republicans emphasize that they passed a clean continuing resolution (CR) without partisan policy riders, aiming to continue governing without gimmicks [20][21] - The responsibility for resolving the shutdown is debated, with both Republicans and Democrats pointing fingers at each other [15]

Government Shutdown & Political Stance - A conservative Republican, Marjorie Taylor Green, publicly dissents due to concerns about ACA subsidies potentially doubling her adult children's insurance premiums in 2026 [1] - Trump suggests openness to healthcare talks with Democrats to resolve the government shutdown [1] - There are reported internal rumbles within the Republican party to seek a deal on subsidies [2] - The House is out of session and will likely remain so until the shutdown ends, hindering negotiation efforts [7][8] Affordable Care Act (ACA) & Healthcare - The current period is crucial as individuals renew plans and witness real-time cost estimates, highlighting the impact of potential premium increases [10] - Democrats believe they are on the "right side of history" regarding the ACA, noting previous Republican attempts to repeal it have backfired [11] - The American people are paying attention to the standoff and largely support the Democrats' position on healthcare [12] Political Maneuvering & Congressional Actions - House Speaker Mike Johnson's initial promise to swear in Adelita Grihalva is retracted, seemingly tied to the discharge petition related to Epstein files [13][14] - The delay in swearing in the new member is perceived as a tactic to avoid a vote on the Epstein files [14] - The need for a Continuing Resolution (CR) stems from the failure to pass the 12 appropriations bills, indicating a lack of progress in essential legislative duties [15]

Government Shutdown & Negotiations - The government shutdown is in its seventh day after the Senate rejected both Democratic and Republican funding bills for a fifth time [1] - President Trump expressed a willingness to negotiate with Democrats on healthcare policies, contingent on reopening the government [2] - Democratic congressional leaders claim no outreach from the White House or Republicans to negotiate further, attributing the shutdown solely to Trump [4] - Bipartisan conversations are occurring outside official leadership channels, with some Democratic senators noting efforts from Republican colleagues [7] Healthcare & ACA Subsidies - Trump indicated potential willingness to make a deal with Democrats on ACA subsidies if the "right deal" is reached [3] - A key assurance needed for a deal is that the White House won't undermine it after an agreement is made [9] - Republican Senator Susan Collins is circulating a draft plan to reopen the government, including a commitment to discuss expiring ACA subsidies after reopening [10] - Democrats insist on addressing the subsidies before reopening the government [10] Congressional Divisions & Actions - House Speaker Mike Johnson canceled votes, asserting the House fulfilled its duty by passing a short-term spending bill [1] - House Republicans are divided on healthcare, with right-wing members opposing premium fixes and others feeling the need to address the issue [5] - Senator Lisa Murkowski noted bipartisan discussions on the Senate floor, supporting Collins' approach of assuring Democrats on ACA subsidies after reopening the government [12]

Government Shutdown & Political Stance - The government shutdown is attributed to the Democrats by some, while others see it as a result of political maneuvering [1][9][31] - A key point of contention is disagreement over spending levels and priorities, with accusations of political posturing and a lack of good faith negotiation [8][28][39] - The speaker emphasizes the need for bipartisan cooperation to resolve the shutdown, highlighting the slim majorities in both chambers and the Senate's 60-vote requirement [13][36] Healthcare & ACA Subsidies - Uncertainty surrounding Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies is a major concern, particularly regarding potential premium increases for families [3][6] - The speaker indicates a willingness to discuss ACA subsidies but stresses the importance of resolving the government shutdown first [4][5] - There are discussions around potential reforms to the ACA, focusing on eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse, with the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimating potential savings of $185 billion [15][16] Epstein Files Transparency - There is a commitment to full transparency regarding the Epstein files, with the House Oversight Committee actively working on releasing documents [41][42][45] - Over 34,000 documents have already been turned over, and the committee is working to redact the names of innocent victims, potentially numbering around 1,000 [42][43][44] - The speaker opposes a discharge petition, citing concerns about protecting the privacy of victims who do not want to be identified [40][44][45]

Government Shutdown & Congressional Dysfunction - Congress has not passed a budget since March of last year and failed to pass a seven-week extension for the existing budget [3] - The focus in DC is on blaming the other side for the shutdown instead of working together to end it [4] - Government shutdowns are an absolute institutional failure of Congress that needs to be avoided [6] - Canceling session days is frustrating as there are only seven weeks to pass 12 appropriation bills to set the entire budget for the next year [7] Healthcare & ACA Subsidies - There is concern about constituents seeing a big increase in healthcare premiums [9] - A deal on ACA subsidies is needed, and reaching a deal now could lead to a quicker government reopening [9][10] - Chuck Schumer's requests for the seven-week funding extension have not been reasonable [10][11] Impact of Shutdown - The government shutdown is causing disillusion and frustration among the American people [20] - Many federal workers are furloughed, military members may miss paychecks, and critical services are unavailable [19] - The President is targeting Democratic states, with funding being cancelled for green energy programs [13][14] Potential Solutions & Negotiations - Exploring common ground on issues like ACA subsidies or redistricting could create momentum to reopen the government [12] - Both sides are yelling at each other instead of talking, hindering progress [12] - Concrete steps need to be taken to have a reasonable negotiation and reopen the government quickly [16]

Healthcare Access & Affordability - The Democratic Caucus Whip emphasizes the importance of negotiation to prevent the shutdown and address the rising cost and reduced access to healthcare for Americans [2][3][4] - The speaker highlights that 20 million people have lost healthcare coverage and Americans are facing premium increases of up to 75% to 93% [5] - The speaker states that many American households are struggling to afford basic necessities, making healthcare affordability a critical issue [7] - The speaker mentions that small business owners rely on the ACA to stay afloat, facing challenges from rising premiums and tariffs [16] Political Stance & Negotiation - Democrats are open to negotiation but will not negotiate against themselves, waiting for Republicans to come to the table [5][7] - The speaker criticizes the Republican's approach of cutting healthcare to provide tax benefits to the wealthy [9] - The speaker accuses House Republicans of disrespecting the American people by canceling sessions and cutting their voices out of the process [10] Impact on Constituents - House Democrats are engaging with constituents, including federal workers impacted by the shutdown, to understand their concerns [11][12][13][14] - Constituents are expressing fears about affording healthcare, including childbirth and cancer treatment [15]

The shutdown fight over ACA subsidies isn’t just politics. It will determine whether millions of Americans have health insurance, @lisamjarvis says (via @opinion) https://t.co/tl7DSIr8Cf ...