

Government shutdown continues: Senate resumes votes on funding bill
8 snips Oct 3, 2025
Ali Vitali, an NBC political reporter, and Eugene Robinson, a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist, dive into the implications of the ongoing government shutdown. They discuss how federal workers bear the brunt of these crises, and Eugene emphasizes the need for agencies to keep functioning. The panel also examines Republican strategies and messaging, alongside potential Democratic responses. Legal questions surrounding mass firings in the government are raised, alongside interesting cultural topics like Taylor Swift's new album.
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Cam Schlittler's Breakout Playoff Night
- Willie Geist recounts Cam Schlittler's playoff pitching performance that energized Yankee Nation.
- The segment uses the game story to open the show and lighten the political discussion.
Shutdowns Hurt Workers And The Public
- Shutdowns mainly harm American people, especially federal workers who lose pay or jobs.
- Eugene Robinson says shutdowns are pointless leverage that erodes governing institutions.
Moderates Seek ACA Deal As Off‑Ramp
- Moderate Democrats are pushing for bipartisan deals on ACA subsidies as an off-ramp from the shutdown.
- Ali Vitali says politics and policy are intertwined, with moderates urging compromise to protect premiums.