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Government Shutdown Continues
In a recent interview, President Donald Trump lambasted Democrats for extending the government shutdown, accusing them of weak leadership and promoting “welfare programs” he pledged to permanently dismantle. He argued the shutdown provides leverage to slash billions in federal spending, targeting programs long opposed by Republicans. The deadlock, now in its third week, centers on a dispute over funding linked to extended Affordable Care Act subsidies. Trump also claimed Democrats prioritize Medicaid for undocumented immigrants, cautioning it could damage American healthcare.
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You often see posts on social media declaring, “This is what I voted for.” It’s a bold statement, but also deeply naive. Government shutdowns create chaos, and the truth is, 95% of American households are not prepared for even a minor disruption. A Bankrate survey reveals that nearly 25% of Americans have no savings, and 30% have some but not enough to cover three months of expenses. Only 27% have enough to cover six months, while 19% could manage three to five months. Although 85% believe at least three months of emergency savings is necessary for comfort, just 46% have reached that goal.
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The economic shit show is ramping up fast:
GoFundMe CEO says the economy is so bad that more of his customers are crowdfunding just to pay for their groceries, per FORTUNE
— unusual_whales (@unusual_whales) October 21, 2025
As highlighted in The Gold & Silver Report, 10/15/25 If You Want Blood, You Got It, we discuss how the “invisible hand” controls the system. It is not interested in protecting the public. The illusion of control remains, but the consequences are very real.
The government will publish the October Consumer Price Index (CPI), though it’s increasingly disconnected from reality. It’s become more of a political instrument than a true measure of economic conditions. They claim inflation is “easing,” but that’s only because the economy is grinding toward a harsh recession. Is this what voters wanted?
Meanwhile, the so-called “experts” call gold a meme asset, and encourage a shift into crypto and bonds. The advice was well-timed, leaving some to believe it was coordinated to the masses. The majority can't think for itself, so they will buy the mother of all bull market traps without hesitation, as long as someone that looks smarter than them said so.
We told people to sell gold on Monday, I reiterate that call as it has become a total spec/meme Bitcoin replacement, TRIM
— Jim Cramer (@jimcramer) October 22, 2025
Regional bank “cockroaches” may continue to affect stocks AND bonds. 10 year Treasury has no business below 4% though 4.5% more like it — too much supply/deficits despite slowing, soon-to-be 1% growth economy.
— Bill Gross (@real_bill_gross) October 17, 2025
Gold has become a momentum/meme asset. If you want to own it, wait…
"Moving out of gold and into bonds here is probably the most compelling diversification option that you can do right now." - Bob Elliot.
— John Tuld (@BradHuston) October 18, 2025
I actually had some folks in disbelief this was said on CNBC yesterday about gold. Here's the receipts. https://t.co/dxod4rTNUU pic.twitter.com/QxVvf4sSnq
Bag holders will politely thank others for doing the thinking for them, while they get their asses paddled.
The economy is weakening fast. The government lacks a reopening strategy but continues to release data that supports its narrative. Politics overshadows governance. Many still think the Fed or the President holds all the power, but markets operate independently.
The reckoning is coming. You can either stay with the comfort of the crowd, or step away and start learning before it's too late.
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