Why the White House Is Convinced It's Winning the Shutdown
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The White House believes it's gaining the upper hand in the current government shutdown, but critics argue this is a partisan maneuver that will harm the country; the HN discussion expresses skepticism about the White House's claims and concerns about the shutdown's impact.
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