Amanpour US Government Shutdown Over?
Nov 10, 2025
Angus King, an Independent U.S. Senator, explains his courageous decision to vote for a bipartisan measure to end the government shutdown. Charles Lister discusses the significant implications of a historic visit from a Syrian president to the White House, weighing its impact on U.S.-Syria relations. Gabriela Oregi sheds light on the normalization of gender-based violence in Mexico, while calling for stronger legal reforms. Finally, Marion Nestle critiques the current food systems, revealing how government actions during the shutdown jeopardize nutrition for low-income families.
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Shutdown Became An Impediment
- Angus King argues the shutdown failed to pressure Republicans to extend ACA premium tax credits and became an impediment rather than a stimulant.
- He says continuing a nonproductive shutdown only harms people and yields zero chance of achieving the goal.
Partial Wins Matter
- King highlights tangible wins in the deal: three appropriations bills including USDA which secures SNAP until next September.
- He frames gaining a chance at a December ACA vote as better than the zero chance while the shutdown persisted.
Restore Regular Budget Process
- King advises restoring Senate floor process: majority leader must bring bills to the floor to reestablish budget passage.
- He suggests passing appropriations and resuming regular order to prevent future shutdowns.
