Balance of Power New Roadblocks in Shutdown Deal
Nov 6, 2025
U.S. Representative Haley Stevens, a Democratic Senate candidate from Michigan, passionately discusses how extending ACA subsidies could end the government shutdown and its impact on low-income families. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas highlights safety concerns in aviation amidst staffing shortages exacerbated by the shutdown. Congressman Sam Graves of Missouri emphasizes the need for a clean continuing resolution to swiftly reopen government and argues for timely compensation for essential air traffic controllers. Together, they provide insights into urgent negotiations and the pressing need for bipartisanship.
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Capacity Cuts Target Major Hubs
- FAA plans to cut 10% capacity at 40 high-volume airports to reduce controller workload.
- Hosts warn this will hit major hubs and worsen holiday travel unless the shutdown ends.
Hosts Lived The Travel Chaos
- Joe Mathieu described his own lengthy trip from LaGuardia to DCA during the disruption.
- He noted Amtrak trains in the Northeast were sold out, showing travel spillover effects.
ACA Subsidies Are The Key Leverage
- Expiring ACA premium subsidies are the central lever to end the shutdown.
- Haley Stevens says a vote extending those subsidies would immediately stop people from losing coverage.