Apple News Today Why both parties are holding out as the shutdown drags on
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Oct 17, 2025 As the government shutdown lingers, both parties are banking on public support while grappling with distrust and funding standoffs. The NYC mayoral race heats up with Zohran Mamdani emerging as a key candidate, championing progressive policies like free childcare. Sports betting's rising popularity raises questions about its impact on culture and state revenues, as discussed by Jonathan D. Cohen. Meanwhile, John Bolton faces indictment, Trump issues dire warnings to Hamas, and Taylor Swift fans flock to a museum inspired by her references.
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Both Parties Think They Have Leverage
- Both parties believe they can wait out the other, making compromise harder.
- Republicans want a short-term funding bill while Democrats demand ACA subsidy guarantees.
Trust Gap Shapes Negotiation Demands
- Democrats distrust the administration because of prior unilateral budget moves.
- They demand ironclad guarantees to prevent future executive renege on deals.
Monitor The October 24 Pressure Point
- Watch October 24 when many federal workers won't get paid and pressure may spike.
- Use that looming paycheck date as a leverage indicator for likely movement.
