Can Congress Avoid a Government Shutdown? w/ Burgess Everett

On this episode: Congress is considering legislation to fund the federal government before the fiscal year ends. Lawmakers are debating spending proposals and amendments as they work to avoid a government shutdown. Burgess Everett, congressional bureau chief at Semafor, discusses the negotiations between the House and Senate, the roles of congressional leaders including House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and how previous funding debates provide context for the current negotiations. The conversation also examines the process for passing a continuing resolution, congressional activity following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the potential consequences of a government shutdown, and how the outcome could affect both parties ahead of future elections.Read Burgess’ reporting: https://www.semafor.com/author/burgess-everett Here’s what happens when the government shuts down: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmshB6WbQO8 Learn more about the last government shutdown: https://ballotpedia.org/116th_United_States_Congress#Noteworthy_events Complete a brief 5 minute survey to review the show and share some feedback: https://forms.gle/zPxYSog5civyvEKX6 Sign up for our Newsletters: https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia_Email_Updates Stream "On the Ballot" on Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you have questions, comments, or love for BP, feel free to reach out at [email protected] or on X (formerly Twitter) @Ballotpedia.*On The Ballot is a conversational podcast featuring interviews with guests across the political spectrum. The views and opinions expressed by them are solely their own and are not representative of the views of the host or Ballotpedia as a whole.