media distorts democracy. it is criticized for letting trolls use the platform to meddle in elections. >> and rupert murdoch hands facebook to pay for news running its content. interesting. "early start" continues now with the latest on the schumer shutdown or letdown as it was. >> shutdown was brief. it's over. now the work begins. senate republicans guaranteed to take up immigration quickly, but can a deal win support in the house? will the white house support it. a stunning report overnight of the fbi director threat ded quit. good morning. welcome to "early start." i'm christine romans. >> i'm dave briggs. it is tuesday, january 23rd.