Tom Emmer | Majority Whip in the United States House of Representatives | 11-12-25

Tom Emmer, Majority Whip in the United States House of Representatives, joins Sid to talk about the government shutdown and expected resolution. Emmer highlights the adverse effects of the shutdown on 42 million low-income Americans and various federal workers, emphasizing the political struggles within the Democratic Party, particularly involving Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries. He states that the government would likely reopen soon, thanks to bipartisan efforts, and expressed optimism about future appropriations to prevent a recurrence. Emmer criticizes the current healthcare policies and reiterated the necessity for reform, focusing on competition, transparency, and patient choice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices