The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator

The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator


We Are Approaching a Government Shutdown, and the Left is the Only One Losing

September 18, 2025

With leftist political figures refusing to agree to necessary budget cuts, a government shutdown is approaching. Moderate conservatives in office are refusing to take action and bring the government back to its best operational form. No agreement is distracting enough for real appropriation changes to occur.

On this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay talk about the approaching government shutdown caused by a lack of agreement in Congress and how it is good for the conservative party. Tune in to hear their discussion!