America faces chaos in Washington, again, with the US government just hours away from shutting down. Barring an early Christmas miracle, the proverbial lights go off at midnight tonight. Norm Ornstein, veteran political observer, joins the show to discuss.
Also on today's show: Mouaz Moustafa, Executive Director, Syrian Emergency Task Force; Charlie Warzel, ... Show More
Sep 2023
Why the Government is About to Shut Down
<p>A showdown between House Republicans and their leader, Speaker Kevin McCarthy, is heading toward a government shutdown.</p><p>Carl Hulse, chief Washington correspondent for The Times, explains the causes and consequences of the looming crisis.</p><p>Guest: <a href="https://www ... Show More
25m 3s
Oct 2025
A Shutdown Where None of the Normal Rules Apply
<p>Under normal circumstances, the profound pain of a government shutdown compels both parties to negotiate a quick resolution on behalf of the American people. But, so far, nothing about this shutdown is normal.</p><p>Times journalists Michael Barbaro, Tyler Pager, Catie Edmonds ... Show More
32m 53s