Fractures cause political struggles as Congress works to prevent government shutdown

Sharp divides in both parties and infighting are exposing political struggles as Congress works toward preventing a government shutdown.

For the Republicans, it’s a fight over whether to unite to negotiate to keep the government open.

For the Democrats, it’s a fight to unite against President Donald Trump.

For both parties, the fracture may lead to a federal government shutdown and massive layoffs of federal workers.

Bobby Kogan with the Center for American Progress joined us on The Morning Show to answer the big question: With the clock ticking, is there any way to stop that infighting, keep the government open and prevent government workers from being laid off?