PBS News Hour - Full Show September 30, 2025 – PBS News Hour full episode
Sep 30, 2025
Christopher Eisgruber, President of Princeton University and author, discusses his insights on free speech on college campuses. He emphasizes the importance of modeling civil discourse and tackling protests with appropriate regulations. Eisgruber highlights the necessity of protecting diverse viewpoints while maintaining campus harmony. He also addresses the critical role universities play in research and public value amidst political pressures. It's a thought-provoking exploration of how institutions can foster a culture of respectful dialogue.
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Shutdown Likely And Costly
- A federal shutdown is virtually certain and could stretch beyond a few days into weeks without a bipartisan compromise.
- The CBO estimates roughly 750,000 furloughed workers and $400 million in lost wages per day during a prolonged closure.
Fired Federal Workers Protest At Capitol
- Former federal workers fired during the 'Doge purge' protested at the Capitol and said a shutdown would show opposition to the administration.
- They acknowledged uncertainty about what a shutdown would actually accomplish or how to exit one.
Health Subsidies Are The Central Sticking Point
- Democrats are tying their demands to preserving ACA premium subsidies and reversing Medicaid cuts, viewing those as direct consumer harms.
- Republicans argue a clean continuing resolution is available and health policy should be negotiated separately.
