Now that the government has reopened, Congress will begin to address numerous policy matters that were shelved during the recent shutdown. Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner and co-host Neil Shapiro examine how lawmakers are leaning into “affordability” issues. Also discussed: possible traction on deposit insurance reform and a mega antitrust win for META.

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