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Discuss. And later, Siobhan Hughes on the Senate Tax Bill and potential changes to the legislation. Host good morning, it is wednesday, november 29, 2017. The federal government is 10 days away from a shutdown, and the past for a spending bill is less certain than it was 24 hours ago. Congressional democrats skip the meeting set with President Trump and other members, and now with the december 8 deadline moving closer. President ats and the have said they will both play each other if the government shuts down. Who do you think will shoulder the blame in the event of a shutdown . Give us a call, democrats, 202 7488000. Republicans, 202 7488001. Independents, 202 7488002. And if you are on social media, you can catch up with us on twitter and facebook as well. A very good wednesday morning to you. We are asking your reaction today after what happened yesterday when it comes to this looming budget battle. Here is one of the headlines from todays Washington Post. To start a tense months of