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The Takeout

Shutdown Showdown with Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD)

Dec 20, 2024
49:02

Deal or no deal? Lawmakers are scrambling to salvage a spending agreement that would fund the government beyond December 20th. Otherwise, disaster relief funds won't go communities in the southeast hit hard by Hurricane Helene, TSA agents would go unpaid during a heavy travel period and national parks would likely close. Maryland Democrat Jamie Raskin, the soon-to-be the top Democrat on the Judiciary Committee, explains why he believes a negotiated bipartsan deal fell through. Plus, will Raskin, an outspoken Trump critic, attend the inauguration next month? Join us!

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