As the longest government shutdown in American history drags on, Joe Pags unpacks what could come next — including whether Senate Republicans will invoke the “nuclear option” to finally end the gridlock. Pags explains how the filibuster could be history, what that would mean for both parties, and even tackles the viral question: Could President Trump run for a third term? (Spoiler — the Constitution says no.) Then, Sen. Roger Marshall, physician and GOP leader, joins Pags after today’s meeting between President Trump and Senate Republicans. They dive into the risks and realities of ending the filibuster, the Democrats’ past use of the same tactic, and whether it’s time for Republicans to fight fire with fire. It’s a fascinating mix of political history, constitutional insight, and real-world stakes — the civics lesson Washington doesn’t want you to hear.

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