Joining me now is Democrat from Pennsylvania, Congresswoman Maline Dean. Congresswoman, thank you so much for being here again. We really appreciate it.>> Good to be with you. >> Well, it's great to have you. So, first question, Minority Leader Jeff is urging a no vote to your fellow Democrats.Is your caucus 100% united in voting no. And are you going to vote no. >> Before I respond to that, I want you to take a look and take a listen to what's going on here tonight.You and I have uh talked in the past eigh ...

Government Shutdown & Funding Deal - The US government is potentially reopening after a historic 40-day shutdown, with the Senate voting on a funding deal to fund the government at existing levels through January 30th [1][2] - The agreement includes approving three full-year appropriation bills for certain agencies and reversing shutdown-related layoffs of federal workers [2] - The deal does not extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, which was the main issue Democrats initially shut down the government over [2] - The House is expected to vote on the bill as soon as Wednesday, and it would then need to be signed by President Trump [6] - The current shutdown is the longest in US history, and there is urgency to get the bill to President Trump's desk [10] Political Implications - Democrats are divided over the deal, with some facing calls to resign [6] - Democrats believe that healthcare and government functionality are issues that will be stronger for them politically in the 2026 midterm elections [14][15] - Polls suggest that voters were willing to blame Republicans and/or President Trump for the shutdown, even though Democrats initiated it [15] - Republicans feel they won on the substance of the deal, as Democrats did not get anything for the shutdown [18] - Democrats are seen as fighting for healthcare, government workers, and the poor, while Republicans and Donald Trump are seen as willing to let people go hungry [21][22] Epstein Files & House Procedures - The reopening of the government could lead to renewed focus on the Epstein files [24] - Congresswoman-elect Adalita Graalva is expected to be sworn in and sign the discharge petition to release the Epstein files [25][26] - A vote on releasing the Epstein files may not occur until early December due to procedural rules and the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday [27] - The Speaker of the House has kept the House out of session since September 19th, allegedly to protect Donald Trump [30]

Joining me now uh is the view from the House side of things and that's Democratic Congressman of Pennsylvania Brendan Bole who says that he is a hell no on this Senate deal. Uh Congressman Bole, you just heard uh the reaction from your fellow Pennian uh Senator Federman. Uh he obviously feels as though it was time to reopen the government.Uh why do you feel differently. >> Oh, I disagree with that characterization. I have from the very beginning, House Democrats have been united saying that it was Republica ...

Also with us now, let's bring in independent Senator Angus King of Maine. He was among the group of moderates who broke ranks and voted with Republicans in the legislation to fund the government and hold a later vote on extending Affordable Care Act tax subsidies that expire January 1. Senator, thanks so much for being with us.Why did you decide to vote with Republicans to open the government. >> Well, Joe, you have to go back to what the strategy was at the beginning of the shutdown. There were two goals.b ...

Government Shutdown Resolution - Senate passed a bill to fund the government through January 30th [2] - The bill funds some agencies through the full fiscal year into September, including military construction and the Department of Agriculture [8] - SNAP program will be fully funded through the end of September [8] - Federal workers will receive back pay for the duration of the shutdown, which could be 45 or 46 days [9] Affordable Care Act (ACA) & Healthcare - The bill does not include an extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies [3][10] - Millions of Americans could face significant premium increases if the tax credits expire [11] - Democrats were promised a vote on a bill for healthcare next month, but there's no guarantee of passage [3][11] Impact of the Shutdown - 42 million Americans relying on SNAP benefits faced potential food insecurity [15] - Over 2400 flights were canceled, causing chaos at airports [15] - The shutdown inflicted pain and stress on government workers, potentially impacting their performance [14][21] Timeline for Reopening - The government could potentially reopen by the end of the week or as late as a week from today [14][16] - It will take time for funding to reach state agencies and for SNAP benefits and federal worker paychecks to be distributed [18][19][21]

SNAP Benefit Impact - Trump administration directed states to immediately undo actions providing food stamps [1] - Recipients have gone without SNAP benefits for over a month, causing frustration [2] - People are struggling to afford basic groceries like milk, cereal, bread, and eggs [3] Beneficiary Statistics - 42 million people nationwide receive SNAP benefits [3] - Over 1 million people in Georgia receive SNAP benefits [3] Community Support - Community organizations are providing food assistance, but it may not be enough [1][2] - Recipients express gratitude for any help received [2]

USDA orders states to stop paying full SNAP benefits and "immediately undo" steps taken to issue them for November. Follow live updates. https://t.co/2Fp4szRCj1 https://t.co/gbeQMBvcuN ...

Government Policy - USDA orders states to stop paying full SNAP benefits [1] - USDA directs states to "immediately undo" steps taken to issue SNAP benefits for November [1]

Political Commentary - The administration is facing criticism for attempting to restrict SNAP benefits while perceived extravagance is displayed [1] - The situation is considered unfavorable from a public perception standpoint [1]

Tonight, millions of Americans who rely on the government for assistance living in limbo as the government shutdown drags on. In a late Friday night order, the Supreme Court temporarily blocked a lower court decision that had ordered the Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefit payments by Friday. That stay from the high court means for now the administration can withhold about $4 billion in SNAP benefits.Agricultural Secretary Brooke Rollins praised the order. You can't just create money to fund a p ...