# The GOP Open Book Test (Dems Shutdown Failure, New Epstein Emails) | Ep431

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Podcast: [Look Forward | Progressive Political News](https://stenobird.com/podcast/look-forward-progressive-political-news-542329)
Published: 2025-11-17T13:00:08+00:00
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## Resource

This week on Look Forward, the guys return to discuss the 8 Senate Democrats that caved to end the government shutdown, House resumes and immediately have a discharge vote on releasing the Epstein files, we discuss the political ramifications of the files release as well as what the pressure campaign from the White House looks like for Republicans, Megyn Kelly does her best R. Kelly impression when trying to start a talking point about Jeffrey Epstein, DOJ sues California over redistricting, October's jobs report isn't happening and we may never get another one, HHS does one good thing followed up with yet another bad thing, Trump booed at a Washington Commanders game, and more. Big Topic Group of 8 Senate Dems cave on shutdown - why? You’ll never guess News You Need House back in session, discharge petition is a go The House Dems provided us with a sneak preview! Did Megyn Kelly just give MAGA a talking point on Epstein? Justice Department sues California over redistricting Tariffs case in front of the Supreme Court October jobs data may never be released, White House says HHS Good and Bad Listeria outbreak Blackbox labels removed from very important meds Trump administration goes after Eric Swalwell for…MORTGAGE FRAUD!!!!! What’s Dumber, A Brick or A Republican? Local man booed at football game Look Forward is a weekly progressive political podcast covering U.S. politics, government policy, Democratic strategy, elections, voting rights, Supreme Court rulings, and political news. Featuring progressive commentary, political analysis, and unapologetic opinions on the fight for democracy. Hosted by Jay and Brad. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocal…

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