WSJ What’s News Trump Signals Openness to Healthcare Talks to End Shutdown
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Oct 7, 2025 Trump expresses a willingness to negotiate healthcare, hinting at a potential resolution to the government shutdown. As discussions continue in Egypt for a Gaza ceasefire, major banks are competing for a role in the colossal Fannie and Freddie IPO. Experts highlight the unique challenges the banks face in courting the administration and the potential impact of the IPO on mortgage rates. Meanwhile, a fire disrupts aluminum supply chains, raising concerns for automakers. The episode weaves together politics, finance, and urgent global events.
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Mixed Signals On Healthcare Talks
- President Trump signaled openness to healthcare talks but then insisted the government must reopen first.
- That contradiction leaves negotiations stuck as both parties dig in on sequencing and concessions.
Rising Pressure From Financial And Funding Strains
- Hundreds of thousands of federal workers face furloughs or unpaid work, and mid-October brings missed paychecks for many.
- The administration is also using withheld infrastructure funds as leverage in shutdown negotiations.
Watch Funding Leverage Targets
- Expect lawmakers to escalate pressure where federal funding is withheld from major projects.
- Monitor affected states and leaders like Senator Schumer who will likely intervene when local projects are targeted.