NBC Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — September 29
Sep 29, 2025
Rep. Glenn Ivey, a Democratic congressman from Maryland, joins the discussion to address the looming government shutdown and its potential consequences for federal workers and his constituents. He shares insights into the negotiations happening in Washington and emphasizes the importance of health care funding. The conversation highlights the stakes for Americans facing potential layoffs and the Democratic stance on protecting ACA subsidies and Medicaid. It’s a crucial look at the intersection of politics and everyday lives.
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Meeting Signals Urgency, Not Certainty
- The White House meeting signaled a narrow window to avert a shutdown but offered little guarantee of compromise.
- Both sides publicly blamed each other while seeking political cover with their bases.
Health Care Is The Core Sticking Point
- Democrats insist on restoring ACA subsidies and reversing Medicaid cuts as nonnegotiable.
- Republicans offer a short-term funding extension, making health care the central impasse.
Layoff Threats Raise Stakes
- The White House threatened permanent layoffs during a shutdown as leverage in talks.
- Democrats and some senators dismissed the threat as intimidation or politically motivated.