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How the looming shutdown would affect federal workers

Season 2018 Episode 38 | 9m 24s

The hours are ticking down to a possible government shutdown. Early in the day there were rumors of a possible five-day deal. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer was summoned to the White House, but returned to the Capitol without a deal. Is there any glimmer of hope? Lisa Desjardins and Yamiche Alcindor join Judy Woodruff to recap a day of dealing and blaming and explain what’s next.

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