The Government Shutdown Could End Tonight

Summary

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Episode Overview

Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update
Episode: The Government Shutdown Could End Tonight
Date: November 12, 2025
Host: Dave Anthony (FOX News Podcasts)

This episode covers the potential end to the 43-day government shutdown, the ramifications for public services and the economy, political maneuverings in Congress, developments in major urban security operations, and key stories in U.S. politics and society.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Government Shutdown: Possible Resolution

• A pivotal House vote is expected to end the 43-day government shutdown.
• The House is set to vote on a bill mirroring Senate-approved measures, aiming to reopen government functions and restore funding to vital programs, including SNAP benefits, government salaries, and military construction.
• The deal notably omits Democrat demands for funding to subsidize Obamacare insurance plans, causing significant opposition from Democratic members.
• Congressman Buddy Carter (R) expresses strong confidence in the vote’s outcome:
  • Quote:
    “I'm very confident we're going to get this passed.”
    (Buddy Carter, 00:14)
• Democratic opposition: Loss of tax credits could raise healthcare costs for millions, with Democrats widely expected to vote "no".
  • Quote:
    “So most, if not all Democrats will vote no. Those tax credits expire at the end of the year, driving up the cost of health care coverage for millions of Americans.”
    (Dave Anthony, 00:42)

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2. Economic and Social Impacts

• U.S. Economic Effects:
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessen blames Democrats for the shutdown, citing billions in losses to the U.S. economy:
    • Quote:
      “The economy was in a great place, 3.8% growth tracking very well this time. I think we're going to accelerate into 2026. But they've caused a hiccup here.”
      (Scott Bessen, 00:54)
• Air Travel Disruptions:
  • The shutdown has led to mass absenteeism among unpaid air traffic controllers, with 1,400 flights canceled or delayed on the day of reporting.
  • Flight service reductions at four major airports are expected to grow to a 10% reduction by Friday, even if the shutdown ends.
    • Quote:
      “Flight reductions are in place at 4 major airports and are expected to increase to 10% by Friday, even if the shutdown ends.”
      (Brooke Taylor, 01:14)

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3. Security & Law Enforcement Operations

• Homeland Security Initiatives:
  • A federal operation in Chicago targeting crime and illegal immigration led to a sharp decline in robberies, carjackings, and shootings.
    • Quote:
      “The significant difference that we've made in public safety in Chicago is something that we need more in many more cities.”
      (Secretary Christine Noem, 01:45)
  • In Florida, 150 undocumented immigrants accused of sex crimes were arrested as part of ongoing crackdowns.

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4. Congressional Developments

• Swearing-In Delays and Political Maneuvers:
  • Adelita Grialva, who won a special election in Arizona on September 23, is scheduled for a "much delayed" swearing-in, replacing her late father.
  • Her vote could be pivotal on a resolution calling for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
    • Quote:
      "Republicans are running a pedophile protection program. They are intentionally hiding the Jeffrey Epstein files. But those days are over."
      (Unattributed Democrat, 02:32)
• Political Legacies & 2026 Elections:
  • Jack Schlossberg, JFK’s only grandson, announces a congressional run for New York's 12th district.
    • Quote:
      “My name is Jack Schlossberg and I'm running for Congress to represent my home, New York's 12th congressional district, where I was born and raised, where I took the bus to school every single day from one side of the district to the other.”
      (Jack Schlossberg, 03:05)

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5. Other Notable News

• Lottery
  • Mega Millions jackpot remains unclaimed, climbing to at least $965 million, the eighth largest prize in the game's history.
• Wall Street Update
  • Markets open strong following a record close of the Dow Jones the previous day.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• [00:14] Buddy Carter: “I'm very confident we're going to get this passed.”
• [00:42] Dave Anthony: “So most, if not all Democrats will vote no. Those tax credits expire at the end of the year, driving up the cost of health care coverage for millions of Americans.”
• [00:54] Scott Bessen: “The economy was in a great place, 3.8% growth... But they've caused a hiccup here.”
• [01:14] Brooke Taylor: “Flight reductions are in place at 4... expected to increase to 10% by Friday, even if the shutdown ends.”
• [01:45] Secretary Christine Noem: “The significant difference that we've made in public safety in Chicago is something that we need more in many more cities.”
• [02:32] Democratic Speaker: “Republicans are running a pedophile protection program. They are intentionally hiding the Jeffrey Epstein files. But those days are over.”
• [03:05] Jack Schlossberg: “My name is Jack Schlossberg and I'm running for Congress to represent my home, New York's 12th congressional district...”

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Key Timestamps

• 00:03–00:54: Government shutdown update, impact on programs, parties' positions
• 00:54–01:34: Economic outlook, air travel disruptions
• 01:34–01:59: Homeland Security operations in Chicago and Florida
• 02:16–02:57: Congressional developments – swearing-in, Epstein files resolution
• 03:05–03:36: Jack Schlossberg’s congressional campaign announcement
• 03:36–04:03: Lottery update and Wall Street preview

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Transcript

[A]

On day 43 of the government shutdown. A House vote will likely end it. I'm Dave Anthony. FOX News Congressman Buddy Carter, a Republican, tells fox I'm very confident that we have those votes.

[B]

I'm very confident we're going to get this passed.

[A]

Fox's Mark Meredith @ the Capitol, essentially.

[C]

Taking what the Senate approved just a few days ago and bringing it over to the House side. The deal that is on the table would reopen. The government would also fund certain priorities like SNAP benefits, government pay and military construction for several months. But it does not give into Democrats key demand to spend taxpayer dollars on subsidizing Obamacare insurance plans. And it's something that top Democrats today are furious about.

[A]

So most, if not all Democrats will vote no. Those tax credits expire at the end of the year, driving up the cost of health care coverage for millions of Americans. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessen blames Democrats for the shutdown. He says it cost the US Economy billions of dollars.

[D]

The economy was in a great place, 3.8% growth tracking very well this time. I think we're going to accelerate into 2026. But they've caused a hiccup here.

[A]

Travel is still stressful amid unpaid air traffic controllers calling out sick. There are another 1400 flights canceled or delayed today. Fox's Brooke Taylor's at the Dallas Fort.

[E]

Worth Airport, people are anxious. They are frustrated. And while it seems like the government shutdown is going to end soon, officials say that it is going to take a few days for this chaos at the airports to clear up. Flight reductions are in place at 4:40 major airports and are expected to increase to 10% by Friday, even if the shutdown ends.

[A]

Homeland Security is reporting its much protested operation in the Chicago area. Cracking down on crime and illegal immigration has led to a big drop in robberies, carjacking, shootings. Secretary Christine Ohm tells FOX the significant.

[F]

Difference that we've made in public safety in Chicago is something that we need more in many more cities.

[A]

Noem also says an operation In Florida arrested 150 illegal immigrants accused of sex crimes. America's listening to FOX News.

[G]

It's will taint country. Watch it live at noon Eastern Monday through [e-mail] or on the Fox News YouTube channel. And don't miss the show. Listen and follow the podcast five days a week at foxnewspodcasts.com or wherever you download your favorite podcasts.

[A]

Now, before that final House vote today on funding to reopen the government, Democrats will get a new House member. The much delayed swearing in of Adelita Grialva, who won a special election in Arizona September 23, replacing her late father, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, as her swearing and delay was intentional.

[D]

Republicans are running a pedophile protection program. They are intentionally hiding the Jeffrey Epstein files. But those days are over.

[A]

Riala's vote could be the deciding one on a resolution demanding a release of the Epstein files related to the investigation into the underage girls sex trafficking scheme. Another Democrat from a famous family is eyeing a seat in Congress in the 2026 midterm elections.

[F]

Former President John F. Kennedy's only grandson, shared intent to run for retiring Democratic Congressman Jerry Nadler's seat on Instagram.

[H]

My name is Jack Schlossberg and I'm running for Congress to represent my home, New York's 12th congressional district, where I was born and raised, where I took the bus to school every single day from one side of the district to the other.

[F]

The 12th district includes Manhattan's Upper west side, Upper east side and Midtown. Schlossberg, a 32 year old Democrat, is the son of JFK's daughter Caroline and her husband, Edwin Schlossberg, and has a social media following of almost 2 million. Cousin is the current health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. In New York, Tonya J.

[A]

Powers, FOX News A lottery fortunes growing town of nearly a billion dollars, mega millions.

[B]

Well, no one hit all the numbers. Three tickets did snag the game's second tier prize with 1 winning $5 million and 2 winning 3 million. With no big winner. The jackpot rose again to at least 965 million with a cash option estimated to be 445.3 million for Friday night's drawing, the jackpot remains the eighth largest prize in the history of the game.

[A]

That's Fox's Ted Lindner on Wall street ahead of the opening bell this hour. Futures are higher the day after the Dow closed at a record high. I'm Dave Anthony. This is FOX News.