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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.

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 bond. The majority can’t think for itself, so they will buy the mother of all bull market traps without hesitant because someone that looks smarter than them said so.

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.

Gold has become a momentum/meme asset. If you want to own it, wait…

— Bill Gross (@real_bill_gross) October 17, 2025

“Moving out of gold and into bonds here is probably the most compelling diversification option that you can do right now.” – Bob Elliot.

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

— John Tuld (@BradHuston) October 18, 2025

Bag holders will politely thank others for doing their thinking, 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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