About this episode
The federal government shut down at midnight . USA TODAY Senior National Political Correspondent Sarah D. Wire gives us a better sense of one of the key issues at play - a fight over extending insurance subsidies. A judge rules President Donald Trump's deportation moves against pro-Palestinian students are unconstitutional. USA TODAY National Security & World Affairs Reporter Cybele Mayes-Osterman recaps a controversial meeting of top military commanders in Virginia . President Trump announces a deal with Pfizer to lower drug prices . The MLB Playoffs are underway. Have feedback on the show? Please send us an email at podcasts@usatoday.com . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .