Up First from NPR Government Shutdown Looms, UNGA: Trump Slams Russia, Jimmy Kimmel Returns
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Sep 24, 2025 Tensions rise as a government shutdown looms, with President Trump canceling crucial meetings over health care funding. Meanwhile, at the U.N., he labels Russia a 'paper tiger' and hints at U.S. support for Ukraine. The return of Jimmy Kimmel sparks intrigue as he delivers an emotional monologue defending free speech and clarifying past comments related to the murder of Charlie Kirk. The podcast dives into political dynamics and notable international speeches, providing a mix of serious news and entertainment.
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Health-Care Demands Drive Shutdown Standoff
- The shutdown fight centers on Democrats insisting health-care protections be attached to short-term funding measures.
- That leverage reflects political pressure from the Democratic base after earlier compromises angered activists.
No Talks Make Shutdown Likely
- A shutdown now seems likely because there are no active talks and each side calls the other's demands nonstarter.
- Republicans want a clean stopgap while Democrats use the funding fight to protect subsidies and Medicaid changes.
Delay Health Debate To Avert Immediate Collapse
- Consider separating debates: some Republicans suggest addressing expiring health-care subsidies later since they don't expire until December.
- Using an off-ramp like delayed debate could defuse the immediate funding impasse.