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Government

Sarah McBride in the House Chamber
Politics & Policy

‘Worth the fight’: Delaware congressional Democrats vow to stand firm on health care funding to reopen government

Delaware congressional Democrats say they want more funding for government health care programs before voting to end the shutdown.

5 hours ago

The government shutdown entered its sixth day as congressional Democrats and Republicans could not agree to pass a bill funding government services.
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Politics & Policy

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 51:12
President Joe Biden speaks at the Tioga Marine Terminal in Philadelphia
Science

Philly-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.

2 days ago

Listen 1:17
Israel military strike in the northern Gaza Strip
Community

Trump 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.

3 days ago

Offshore wind turbines are visible stretching into the distance with blue sky in the background.
Politics & Policy

‘Mobster tactics’: Delaware and New Jersey Democrats blast Trump officials for using shutdown to slash clean energy funding

Democrats criticized the move as political and say it will lead to higher energy prices for residents in their states.

3 days ago

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Rep. Andy Kim, D-N.J., speaks to voters in Jersey City, New Jersey, on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024.
Politics & Policy

N.J. Sen. Andy Kim talks to Garden State residents about the federal shutdown at a South Jersey diner

He said many N.J. residents are worried about being able to afford health care and want federal lawmakers to talk to each other.

4 days ago

Listen 1:05
Jennifer Schorn and Joe Khan
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What Bucks County voters need to know about DA Jennifer Schorn and Democratic challenger Joe Khan

Schorn, 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.

4 days ago

Listen 1:47
Save Healthcare sign outside U.S. Capitol
Health

Looming 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.

4 days ago

Signage for the University of Pennsylvania
Education

Trump asks Penn, 8 other colleges to commit to his political agenda and get favorable access to federal money

The 10-page proposed agreement was sent Wednesday to some of the most selective public and private universities including the University of Pennsylvania.

4 days ago

US Capitol with American Flag in view
Community

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.

4 days ago

Veenu Aishwarya, founder and CEO of AUM LifeTech, stands in his office
Politics & Policy

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.

5 days ago

Listen 3:36
Governor Josh Shapiro signs executive order at press conference
Health

Pennsylvania 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.

5 days ago

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Dr. Ala Stanford stands in front of a health clinic with her arms crossed
Politics & Policy

Dr. 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.

5 days ago

President Donald Trump looks on
Politics & Policy

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.

6 days ago

outside Legislative Hall
Courts & Law

‘Somebody’s in trouble’: Legislative committee hearing on Delaware property reassessments probes lack of data sharing and delay in release of tax notices

New Castle County says the prior administration was advised to send out the new property values last summer, not in mid-November.

6 days ago

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