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October 22, 2025 38 mins

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Deep Dive into Middle East Ceasefire, Government Shutdown, and Healthcare Policies

Host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley insider, navigates through today's pressing issues from the Middle East ceasefire brokered by the Trump administration to the 21-day U.S. government shutdown. The episode critiques Congress's use of continuing resolutions, the political tug-of-war over Affordable Care Act subsidies, and the court's role in enabling presidential overreach. Unger also discusses the economic impact of the shutdown and the contentious construction of a White House ballroom. Engaging and insightful, this episode emphasizes the importance of understanding different perspectives in today's complex world.

00:00 Introduction to Discourse
00:45 Today's Agenda: Ceasefire, Government Shutdown, and More
01:19 Deep Dive: Israel-Palestine Ceasefire
05:47 Government Shutdown: Causes and Consequences
18:42 Affordable Care Act and Healthcare Subsidies
33:48 White House Ballroom Construction
36:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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