Congress has a set a record with the longest government shutdown in history. As talks pick up, Brendan Buck and Annalyse Keller wonder if this is the week a deal emerges. Then, the hosts take a step back with the help of Carl Hulse, the New York Times’ Chief Washington Correspondent, to examine the broader dynamics shaping action on Capitol Hill. What has differentiated this shutdown from past fights? Is the current dysfunction reversible? Can lawmakers reassert their authority? Is the filibuster doomed? All that and more only on CONTROL.

Hosts: Brendan Buck and Annalyse Keller

Guest: Carl Hulse, New York Times

Audio Producer: Benji Englander

Video Producer: Regina Anderson

Articles Discussed:

Roll Call: Bipartisan talks to end shutdown gaining steam, senators say

Politico: John Thune says he is ‘optimistic’ Senate will move to end shutdown this week

Politico: ‘Utterly shameful’: Congress to crush US record this week for longest shutdown

Fox News: Sen. John Thune slams Democrats in fiery floor speech: ‘This isn’t a political game’

Axios: Senator objects to leaving D.C. for long weekend as SNAP benefits run dry

The Hill: Democrats up 8 points on generic ballot: Survey

NYT: Shutdowns, Obamacare and the Risks of Bargaining for Policy Wins in a Crisis  

NYT: What Is the Filibuster and Why Does Trump Want It Gone?