This Week with George Stephanopoulos Full Episode: Sunday, November 2, 2025
Nov 2, 2025
Sean Duffy, U.S. Secretary of Transportation, addresses air travel challenges, stressing safety amid staffing shortages due to the government shutdown. He explains the complexities of reallocating funds for aviation staff. Timothy Kaine, U.S. Senator from Virginia, discusses the upcoming gubernatorial race, expressing confidence in Abigail Spanberger's campaign. He also highlights the policy disputes fueling the shutdown, urging the need for bipartisan engagement to resolve it.
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SNAP Cut Sparks Family Hardship
- Jay O'Brien shares Simone Wilkes's story: a single mother in Detroit who relies on SNAP and now may need a second job.
- A federal judge ordered the administration to continue SNAP funding, temporarily averting cuts for millions.
Shutdown Risks Doubling ACA Premiums
- The shutdown threatens Affordable Care Act cost-sharing reductions, potentially doubling premiums for many enrollees.
- Timely legislative fixes are urgent to prevent widespread premium spikes.
Shutdown Raises Real Aviation Safety Risks
- The government shutdown is injecting operational risk into aviation as controllers face financial pressure and call out sick.
- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns staffing shortages raise safety risks and could force delays or cancellations if conditions worsen.