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Thursday, October 17, 2013

Season 2013 Episode 2900

On our program tonight, Washington and the nation's federal employees got back to work after a 16-day shutdown. We take a look at the deal struck in Congress and what the impact has been for the government and the economy. Also: Senator-elect Cory Booker on his priorities and political cynicism, smart guns that recognize an owner's touch and new privacy settings for teens on Facebook.

Aired: 10/16/13
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Extras
U.S. launches new strikes in Iran after missiles target American bases
Pulte unqualified for DNI role, but FISA must be extended, Rep. McCaul says
As Iran war drags on, spiking energy prices send inflation to 3-year high
Takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries and what they mean for November
Survey reveals political and cultural factions shaping the midterms
How the loss of USAID has weakened the fight against Ebola
America's 250th anniversary revives questions about religion and the founders
News Wrap: Bill Gates says he made 'grave error' by meeting with Epstein
U.S. retaliates against Iran after American helicopter downed near Strait of Hormuz
Bill Pulte 'deeply unqualified' to lead U.S. intelligence efforts, Jeffries says
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