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The Weeknight debates looming govt shutdown: Democrats must stand as the opposition - The Weeknight - MSNBC
Congress faces a looming government shutdown, with funding set to run out in just 10 legislative days unless a new deal is passed. Republicans control both chambers, but Democrats still hold power in the Senate, where 60 votes are needed to move a spending bill.
Angelo Carusone, chair and president of Media Matters, and MSNBC political analyst Brendan Buck join The Weeknight to respond to the high-stakes showdown and what it means for both parties. - Aired on 09/08/2025.