Verdict with Ted Cruz Government Shutdown ENDING! We Explain When & How
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Nov 10, 2025 The podcast dives into the recent government shutdown, which lasted a historic 40 days. A Senate vote has paved the way for reopening, but slow procedural delays could postpone full operations until mid-week. Travel disruptions abound with TSA agents working unpaid, causing sick-outs and flight delays. Discussions also cover a significant welfare reform bill aimed at illegal immigrant fraud and contentious Obamacare subsidy debates, highlighting the divide between corporate welfare and Health Savings Accounts.
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60-Vote Senate Rule Drives Shutdown Dynamics
- The Senate needs 60 votes to proceed on funding because of cloture rules, so a minority can force shutdowns.
- Cruz says 53 Republicans required eight Democrats to reach the 60-vote threshold that finally occurred Sunday night.
Mixed CR And Appropriations To Protect Programs
- The negotiated package combined a CR to January 30 with three appropriation bills to protect key programs.
- Agriculture funding will cover SNAP for a year and the bills fund military construction, VA, and member security.
Obstruction Powers Can Stretch Reopening
- Democrats can still obstruct by insisting on intervening days and unanimous-consent holds, slowing final votes.
- Cruz blames progressive senators and leadership posturing for intentional delays despite available bipartisan options.