The NewsWorthy Shutdown-Ending Vote, Flight Chaos Continues & WFH Baby Boom? - Wednesday, November 12, 2025
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Nov 12, 2025 A deal to end the government shutdown may soon pass, igniting hope for federal workers. Airlines, however, are facing a lengthy recovery from chaos. President Trump’s latest pardons stir political conversations, while the Supreme Court weighs in on crucial ballot counting issues. California's governor critiques federal climate policy at the U.N. summit, as a resurgence of measles raises alarms. Meanwhile, celebrities are embracing AI voice licensing, and Netflix plans immersive experiences at local malls, all amidst an unexpected baby boom linked to remote work.
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Shutdown Deal: Quick Fix, Long Friction
- The shutdown deal would extend funding through January and keep some programs running through September.
- It could restore government functions quickly but disappointed Democrats over omitted health care subsidies.
Air Travel Recovery Will Be Slow
- Flight schedules won't normalize immediately because airlines pre-canceled to manage crews and planes.
- Staffing shortages and unpaid controllers/TSA mean recovery could take days or weeks.
Mass Pardons, Limited Federal Impact
- Trump issued mass pardons for allies tied to efforts to overturn 2020, mostly symbolic federally.
- State prosecutions remain unaffected and critics warn pardons could send a troubling message.