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CNN Political Briefing: How Does This Shutdown End?
CNN Politics
Oct 17, 2025

With the government shutdown in its third week, we call in Congressman Ro Khanna, a Democrat from California who hails from the progressive wing of his party. Rep. Khanna tells David Chalian what’s negotiable for Democrats, what’s off the table, and how he thinks this standoff will eventually come to an end.

Producer: Dan Bloom

Technical Director: Dan Dzula

Executive Producer: Steve Lickteig