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Delaware congressional Democrats say they want more funding for government health care programs before voting to end the shutdown.
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Shutdown stalemate, ICE protests, Gaza talks, regional budget battles
In today’s politics roundtable, we break down the week’s biggest stories with two columnists from opposite sides of the aisle. We touch on topics near and far.
Air Date: October 6, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12Philly-area MACH2 hydrogen hub spared in latest round of Trump administration clean energy cuts
The Department of Energy slashed more than $7.5 billion for clean energy projects in 16 Democratic-led states, yet Pennsylvania's "green" hydrogen hubs survive, for now.
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Listen 1:17Trump orders Israel to stop bombing Gaza after Hamas partially accepts his peace plan
The statement came hours after Trump said that Hamas must agree to the deal by Sunday evening, threatening an even greater military onslaught.
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Democrats criticized the move as political and say it will lead to higher energy prices for residents in their states.
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Listen 0:59He said many N.J. residents are worried about being able to afford health care and want federal lawmakers to talk to each other.
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Listen 1:05Schorn, who has worked as a county prosecutor, touts experience in criminal cases. Khan says his time as county solicitor shows his track record protecting Bucks residents.
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Listen 1:47Looming health insurance spikes for millions are at the heart of the government shutdown
Democrats have demanded that the subsidies, first put in place in 2021 and extended a year later, be extended again.
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The 10-page proposed agreement was sent Wednesday to some of the most selective public and private universities including the University of Pennsylvania.
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A prolonged U.S. government shutdown could impact your travel plans
Geoff Freeman from the U.S. Travel Association warns of longer TSA lines and flight issues if the shutdown continues.
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How Trump’s $100K price tag for H-1B work visas could impact Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware
Tens of thousands of people work under H-1B visas in the region. Many fear the move will mean less investment in U.S. companies and more talent for overseas competitors.
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Listen 3:36Pennsylvania governor announces new vaccine safeguards, expanded access to shots in executive order
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s executive order, issued Oct. 1, directs state agencies to create vaccine information hubs, safety net programs and insurance requirements.
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Listen 1:20Dr. Ala Stanford, who provided vaccines to Philly’s communities of color, announces run for Congress
Stanford is shaking up a crowded field for a Democratic primary that will likely be the de facto general election.
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Vote to end government shutdown fails in Senate as Democrats hold firm on health care demands
Roughly 750,000 federal workers are expected to be furloughed, some potentially fired by the Trump administration.
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New Castle County says the prior administration was advised to send out the new property values last summer, not in mid-November.
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