The Headlines A Failed Top Secret Mission in North Korea, and a Government Shutdown Deadline
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Sep 5, 2025 The podcast discusses the urgent threat of a government shutdown as Congress struggles to reach a deal. It also covers President Trump's controversial plan to rename the Defense Department back to its historical title. A spotlight is cast on the rise of fake endorsements due to deepfake technology, alongside a tribute to fashion legend Giorgio Armani, who redefined menswear. Finally, listeners are invited to engage in a fun quiz that touches on immortality, sainthood, and iconic movie memorabilia.
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Jobs Data Still Holds For Now
- The jobs report remains largely automated and run by career staff despite the firing of the BLS chief.
- Economists say the data still looks reliable for now but initial numbers routinely get revised.
Shutdown Deadline Looms
- Congress faces a September 30 funding deadline that could trigger a government shutdown.
- Leaders expect a stopgap measure but disagree sharply on cuts and worry the administration may cancel funding anyway.
Renaming Defense To War
- President Trump plans an executive order to rename the Department of Defense the Department of War.
- The change signals a more aggressive military posture but it's unclear whether the president can do it without Congress.