Democrats divided: Chuck Schumer faces mounting anger within his own party for ending the shutdown without gaining concessions. Democrats are frustrated that they began the standoff without a concrete negotiating strategy, while Republicans unified around simply refusing to deal. Redistricting hesitation spreads: Following last week's election results, lawmakers in Kansas, Indiana, and Maryland are signaling a pause on mid-cycle redistricting. Both parties fear accidentally transforming safe districts into competitive losses in a volatile electorate. Air travel recovery will lag: Airlines and airports warn delays and disruptions may continue into Thanksgiving. Staffing shortages and scheduling reshuffles during the shutdown created operational chaos that will take weeks to unwind. Tariff argument backfires: The administration's assertion that unwinding tariffs would cost $3 trillion is drawing new constitutional scrutiny from the Supreme Court, raising questions about executive authority and the major questions doctrine. Erick Erickson breaks down the four major stories you need to know before the day ends. From political power plays in Washington to breaking developments the mainstream media is ignoring, this rapid-fire update cuts through the noise. Get the podcast on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite app.  Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.

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