The Headlines How the Government Will Reopen, and What’s in the Epstein Emails
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Nov 13, 2025 The government shutdown has come to an end after 43 days, but what does this mean for federal workers and programs like SNAP? Newly released emails linked to Epstein raise questions about past connections with Trump amid calls for transparency. There are significant shifts ahead in federal homelessness policy, focusing on work and treatment instead of Housing First. Plus, the Mint marks the last production of the penny, highlighting the cost of minting compared to its worth. And a poignant tribute to the co-pilot who witnessed the infamous D.B. Cooper hijacking.
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Shutdown Ends But Political Blame Persists
- The government shutdown ended after 43 days when President Trump signed a funding bill without extended health-care subsidies.
- The bill funds agencies through January and reverses Trump-ordered layoffs, but many voters blame Republicans for the shutdown.
Epstein Emails Show Attempts At Leverage
- Newly released Epstein emails suggest he believed he had leverage over Donald Trump and remained focused on him for years.
- Reporters say the emails hint Epstein sought an edge as investigations closed in, not definitive proof of wrongdoing by Trump.
Political Spin Around Email Release
- The White House defended transparency and accused Democrats of leaking selective emails as a distraction.
- The documents' release prompted bipartisan calls for more Epstein-related files, including alleged recordings.