
Politics & Policy
Delaware congressional Democrats say they want more funding for government health care programs before voting to end the shutdown.
6 hours ago
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 51:12State supreme court battles move to Pennsylvania, where 3 Democratic justices hope to keep seats
The three justices — Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty and David Wecht — are backed by the Democratic Party in their bids for retention.
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Democrats criticized the move as political and say it will lead to higher energy prices for residents in their states.
3 days ago
Listen 0:59How the federal government shutdown is affecting New Jersey
Thousands of federal employees in the Garden State are hit by furloughs. National Parks and recreation areas in N.J. remain open, but that’s subject to change.
3 days ago
Listen 0:41Government funding vote fails again in Senate as hopes fade for quick end to shutdown
Roughly 750,000 federal employees could be furloughed, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office, and they could lose out on $400 million in daily wages.
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He 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.
4 days ago
Listen 1:47How 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 3:36Dr. 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
U.S. government shutdown hits Philly: Here’s what we know
Independence National Historical Park closed Wednesday on the first day of the shutdown.
5 days ago
Judge protects Pennsylvania — for now — from federal reprisal in food-stamp dispute
State officials say they are open to sharing the data — if it isn't shared with other agencies.
5 days ago
Pennsylvania agencies warn of mounting damage as state enters its 4th month of a budget stalemate
The ongoing impasse has stalled billions of dollars from going to schools and social services, and it has no certain end in sight.
5 days ago
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
What happens to Independence Park during the government shutdown? No one seems to know
Union leaders in Philly say the Trump administration has not provided guidance for a shutdown, as employees worry that their jobs could be permanently cut.
6 days ago