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Day Two of Shutdown: Can Schumer get a deal?

It’s Day Two of the government shutdown and still no end in sight. Anna breaks down House Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s shutdown strategy and the risks Democrats face as the standoff drags on.

Plus: A look at our exclusive Fly Out Day conversation with National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett on the shutdown, tariffs and the Fed. And will Congress move to ensure U.S. troops get paid during the shutdown?

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The 340B program is supposed to help vulnerable patients—but without strong safeguards, it’s siphoning away funds that could be used for free and charitable medicine. The 340B Rebate Model Pilot improves program integrity, preventing duplicate discounts and strengthening accountability. Urge HHS to implement the pilot today. Learn why it matters.

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