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Government Shutdown 2.0: DHS Drama, Primaries & Political Chaos
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Got a question for the boys?!?
The government is (partially) shut down… again.
This week on Pardon the Politics, we break down the DHS funding lapse, what it really means beyond ICE (think TSA, FEMA, Coast Guard), and why Congress heading home for 11 days hits different during primary season. Is Speaker Mike Johnson’s seat getting warmer? Are special elections signaling a serious swing? And can Democrats avoid getting too comfortable?
We also dive into one of the most-watched halftime performances ever, Bad Bunny’s historic numbers, and the politics of pop culture in 2026. Plus: Obama letting the clip ride, Epstein file chatter, and why “Make Politics Boring Again” might be the real bipartisan dream.
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