The Megyn Kelly Show Shutdown Nears End Amid Nationwide Airport Chaos, Push to Nuke Filibuster Grows: AM Update 11/10
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Nov 10, 2025 The Senate is nearing a deal to end a lengthy government shutdown after 40 days, leading to chaos at airports with massive flight disruptions. President Trump urges Senate Republicans to abolish the filibuster, causing internal tensions within the party. New developments arise as a grand jury subpoenas former CIA and FBI officials linked to the Russia collusion inquiry. Meanwhile, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik kicks off her campaign for New York governor, criticizing the incumbent on affordability and tying her to a socialist agenda.
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Temporary Funding Moves To Reopen Government
- The Senate advanced a continuing resolution to fund government operations through January 30, 2026, as a first step to end the 40-day shutdown.
- The deal includes separate votes on extending Obamacare tax credits and funding SNAP through September 2026, showing piecemeal approaches to reopen services.
Shutdown Cripples Airport Operations
- The FAA reported severe staffing shortages as controllers miss paychecks, triggering widespread flight delays and cancellations.
- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that even after a funding deal, controller attendance and flight recovery will take time.
Filibuster Fight Splits Republicans
- The White House is pressing Republicans to eliminate the Senate filibuster to pass priorities with a simple majority.
- Key GOP senators including John Thune and James Lankford resist, arguing the filibuster preserves Senate deliberation and bipartisanship.