Healthcare Funding & Policy - White House directs federal agencies to prepare for potential mass firings if Congress fails to pass a funding measure by the end of Tuesday [1] - Healthcare has become a major point of contention, with Democrats fighting against the dismantling of Obamacare [2][3] - Proposed budget cuts could cause 70% of those who gained health insurance under Obamacare to lose it [4] - Changes in the "big beautiful bill" account for 10 million out of 14 million potential insurance losses [4] - Republican proposals could lead to an additional 42 million people losing health insurance [5] - Work requirements for Medicaid could cause a quarter of 14 million people to lose coverage due to difficulty navigating exemption forms [6] Tax Credits & Premiums - Enhanced tax credits, implemented during the Biden administration under the American Rescue Plan, are set to expire at the end of the year [8] - Expiration of these tax credits would significantly increase the percentage of income people pay for healthcare, reverting to pre-existing ACA levels [10] - The number of people taking advantage of enhanced tax credits increased from 10 million to 20 million [11] - Fewer insured individuals lead to higher premiums for those buying insurance through Obamacare marketplaces [13] - Insurers are already filing rates for next year assuming the expiration of these tax credits, with an average proposed rate change of 18% [13][14] - A representative family (55-year-old couple making $85000 per year) could see their insurance bill increase from $7225 to $24535 if subsidies expire and premiums rise [14][15]

Let's now get over to Emily Wilkins because she has some breaking news on the government funding talks. Emily, >> hey Courtney. Well, at this point, a government shutdown is still looming a next Tuesday if they can't resolve things by then.And a meeting that was supposed to happen between Hakee Jeff, Chuck Schumer, the two top Democrats, and Trump has now been cancelled by Trump. he posted on Truth Social this morning, saying that after reviewing the details of the what he called unserious and ridiculous de ...

Government Shutdown & Fiscal Policy - A potential government shutdown looms as the fiscal year end approaches, with disagreements between Democrats and Republicans regarding government funding and healthcare [2][3][5] - Democrats accuse Republicans of canceling votes and refusing to negotiate a bipartisan agreement to fund the government and protect healthcare [2][6] - The congresswoman emphasizes the importance of bipartisan cooperation to keep the government funded and address the healthcare crisis, highlighting the potential loss of healthcare for millions of Americans if the issue isn't resolved [3][7] Climate Change & International Relations - The president's stance on climate change, referring to it as a "con job" and a "hoax," undermines US authority and global peace on the international stage [8][9][10] - The president's actions and statements at the UN are described as "unhinged, irresponsible, bizarre, bonkers, ludicrous," raising concerns about his leadership and impact on global relations [9] Allegations of Corruption & Misconduct - Allegations surface regarding Tom Homan, a former Trump administration official, accepting $50,000 in cash in exchange for promises of government contracts [10][12][14] - The Department of Justice (DOJ) is accused of burying the investigation into Homan's alleged bribery, raising concerns about a potential cover-up within the Trump administration [12][17] - The congresswoman asserts that Homan's actions constitute bribery and criticizes the Trump administration's alleged "pay-to-play" practices with private corporations involved in border security and incarceration [14][16]

Mention Market MondaysTrump is speaking today, September 22nd @ 4pm EST.“Significant Medical and Scientific Findings for America’s Children.”It should run roughly 20-30min of direct speech, and if a Q&A is present, 40-50min total.He teased yesterday at the Charlie Kirk memorial that the United States 'Cured Autism'.Which has me believing it will almost entirely be healthcare focused. On top of the title of the speech which is mentioned above.Couple this with the current government shutdown risks also being ...

Candidate's Motivation and Platform - The candidate, Bobby Bido, is running for the 15th Congressional District of Texas to be a voice for his people and address issues like healthcare and immigration [1] - Healthcare affordability is a key concern for the candidate, citing personal experience of needing to seek medical care in Mexico due to lack of insurance [1][3] - The candidate aims to address comprehensive immigration reform, feeling that both parties have failed to prioritize it [1] - The candidate is motivated by concerns for the future of his children and the financial struggles they face [1] Political Stance and Strategy - The candidate identifies as a Democrat but acknowledges culturally conservative values prevalent in the district, particularly regarding religion [2] - The candidate believes the Democratic party has drifted away from its faith-based roots, alienating some voters [2] - The candidate recognizes the shift of South Texas voters towards the Republican party, particularly the significant increase in votes for Trump in Hidalgo County from 28% in 2016 to 51% in 2024 [2] - The candidate attributes the shift partly to a perceived failure of the Democratic party and the influence of events like the debate between President Biden and Trump [2] - The candidate acknowledges the importance of addressing economic issues related to immigration, including labor shortages and potential inflation [2][3] - The candidate emphasizes the need for legal pathways for immigration, suggesting vetting processes and government fees as alternatives to cartel exploitation [3] - The candidate aims to combine his "star power" with grassroots efforts to connect with voters, even in traditionally Republican areas [4][5]

And now joining us for more on it is House Minority Whip, Congresswoman Katherryn Clark of Massachusetts. Congresswoman, thank you for taking the time. Let's start with the funding fight. The House voting this morning on that short-term plan to keep the government running. Democrats are against that plan as Michael just laid out, but what's your leverage? Listen, Anna, it is good to be with you and we are minutes away from this vote being called and this is going to be a close vote, but it is not a close ca ...

Group 1 - Apple Inc. has been prominently featured in Jim Cramer's shows, particularly following the launch of the iPhone 17 lineup [2] - Cramer praised Corning, a supplier for Apple, for its innovative glass manufacturing, indicating strong supplier relationships [2] - The FDA has cleared the Apple Watch for hypertension detection, marking a significant advancement in its capabilities as a medical device [2][3] Group 2 - Cramer highlighted the potential for the Apple Watch to become a valuable tool in healthcare, particularly in managing hypertension, which is a major health concern [3] - The approval of the Apple Watch for hypertension detection may lead to increased interest from insurance companies, enhancing its marketability [3] - Tim Cook's vision of Apple becoming a healthcare company is underscored by this development, suggesting a strategic shift towards health technology [3]

Government Spending - House Republicans proposed a spending bill to fund the government at current levels through mid-November [1] - The bill excludes healthcare funding requested by Democrats [1]

Lawmakers are only up here on Capitol Hill for six more days before the federal government shuts down. But House Republicans just out this morning with a brand new bill that will keep the government funded until November 21st. Now, this bill is known as clean.It doesn't really have much besides that extension and $30 million for member security. But that also means it does not have anything on healthcare. And that is what Democrats say they need if they Republicans want them to help support this bill and ke ...

[Music] New analysis today of the fallout from Charlie Kirk's killing and how the public's reaction may say it all. >> The Kirk assassination this week has held up a mirror on our country right now and it's not a pretty picture. Right. The governor of Utah, Spencer Cox, just said on your air that he wonders whether or not this is the end of a dark period or another step toward an even darker period. and the reaction to what happened in the days after even the hours after the assassination indicates that it' ...