Podcasts From the Hill: Politics & Risk

Shutdown and Showdown

A conversation with Rep. Adam Gray on the ninth day of the government shutdown.
By Audra Jackson, Joel Kopperud, Blaire Bartlett Posted on October 10, 2025

The Council’s senior vice president Joel Kopperud, vice president of government affairs Blaire Bartlett, and director of government affairs Audra Jackson also join the conversation to break down how we got here.

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Joel Kopperud Senior Vice President, Government Affairs, The Council Read More
Blaire Bartlett Vice President, Government and Political Affairs, The Council Read More

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