PBS News Hour - Full Show October 2, 2025 – PBS News Hour full episode
Oct 2, 2025
Senator Mike Rounds, a Republican representing South Dakota, discusses strategies to reopen the government amidst a painful shutdown and the looming threat of mass layoffs. Shalonda Young, former OMB director and NYU Law scholar, provides insight into the political ramifications of the shutdown, especially for long-term policies and potential firings. They delve into the severe impact on millions of seniors losing telehealth services and share personal stories from those affected by the immigration crackdown.
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Shutdown Used To Advance Project 2025
- The White House is using the shutdown to threaten permanent layoffs and targeted cuts tied to Project 2025.
- Officials framed program cancellations by political geography, escalating politicization of executive funding choices.
Reopen First, Negotiate Later
- Senator Mike Rounds urges reopening government then using regular appropriations to resolve disputes.
- He argues shutdown prolongs problems and reduces time to address healthcare subsidy deadlines.
Keep Public Pressure Focused And Persistent
- Democrats should keep pressing facts and the stakes to the public and avoid ceding ground on healthcare protections.
- Tell the truth persistently about program cuts and mobilize voters to oppose harmful policy changes.
