Jan 9, 2019

All the business that’s not happening

With today's talks falling through and federal workers about to miss a paycheck, this shutdown is on its way to becoming the longest-ever, and millions in missing income has ripple effects. We're devoting much of today's show to that, looking at how housing, food, taxes and more are impacted. Plus: Experts weigh in on trade negotiations between China and the U.S.

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Government shutdown 2019

The business that's not happening, thanks to the shutdown

by Nancy Marshall-Genzer , Renata Sago , Marielle Segarra , Andy Uhler and Tracey Samuelson

Jan 9, 2019

From mergers and food regulation to taxes and immigration, daily commerce is in limbo.

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The (almost) secret workshops below Capitol Hill

by Kimberly Adams and Annie Rees

Jan 9, 2019

The arrival of a new Congress sets off a flurry of activity on — and under — Capitol Hill.

To restore century-old "Turkish" chairs like this one, Mike Dean will use the original plans and actual horsehair for the stuffing.

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Government shutdown 2019

Shutdown isn't just hurting workers. It's hurting GDP.

by Sabri Ben-Achour

Jan 9, 2019

Around 400,000 furloughed federal workers and contractors aren’t being paid as a result of the government shutdown. And that’s hurting not just their households, but also the economy at large. Click the audio player above to hear the full story. Stories You Might Like E-scooters are now popping up in the Motor City Landfills across […]

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With today’s talks falling through and federal workers about to miss a paycheck, this shutdown is on its way to becoming the longest-ever, and millions in missing income has ripple effects. We’re devoting much of today’s show to that, looking at how housing, food, taxes and more are impacted. Plus: Experts weigh in on trade negotiations between China and the U.S.