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CNN Inside Politics: Checks, Balances and Backlash
CNN Politics
Oct 6, 2025

First: President Trump is facing a new lawsuit and judicial ruling over his push to send National Guard troops into American cities. We have new details on the White House plan to fight back and what it could mean for your community. 

Plus: House Speaker Mike Johnson says the shutdown ball is in the Senate Democrats' court. Manu speaks to a Democratic Senator about his party's plans. ] 

And: The highest court in the land is back on the bench for a new session. We'll break down why the court's key actions during the summer break may foreshadow this momentous term to come.