Rep. Yarmuth Says Govt. Shutdown in Hands of GOP Majority

Rep. Yarmuth Says Govt. Shutdown in Hands of GOP Majority

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The transcript discusses the Democrats' willingness to engage in tax reform talks, highlighting concerns about the Republican Congress's focus on tax cuts for the wealthy. It also addresses the looming government shutdown due to budget disagreements, with Democrats opposing cuts to nondefense spending. The discussion emphasizes the need for increased defense funding while maintaining balance with nondefense budgets, criticizing the administration's proposed cuts to various programs.

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What are the concerns raised about the tax reform proposals from the Republican Congress?

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What is the outlook regarding the potential government shutdown mentioned in the text?

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What specific budget cuts are mentioned that Democrats are likely to oppose?

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What are the implications of the budget proposals on the National Endowment for the Arts and public television?

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How does the proposed budget affect defense and non-defense spending according to the text?

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