Americans can now breathe a sigh of relief as the U.S. Senate Democrats finally came to the table with a 60-40 vote to end the shutdown.

The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay analyze and break down how the shutdown has crumbled the Democrats and the opportunities for the Republican Party.   Melissa and Scott also discuss what the end of the shutdown means for SNAP benefits and healthcare for Americans under the Affordable Care Act. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The Spectacle Podcast: The Democrat-Led Shutdown is Over with hosts @MelissaTweets and @RVIVRdotcom

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