Government shutdown more and more likely as Friday deadline looms

Parts of the government may shut down Friday if a midnight deadline isn't reached. USA TODAY Investigative Reporter Nick Penzenstadler takes a closer look at the anonymous world of 3D-printed guns. A Georgia court disqualifies DA Fani Willis in President-elect Donald Trump's election racketeering case. USA TODAY Education Reporter Zachary Schermele breaks down the Education Department's move to reopen two student loan repayment plans. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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