In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker and Breitbart’s John Carney break down the ongoing government shutdown and what it means for everyday Americans. They examine how stalled funding affects healthcare subsidies, inflation, and consumer spending—and how voters are judging both parties’ handling of the economy. The conversation also explores the growing link between pop culture and economic messaging, revealing why communication and perception matter as much as policy in today’s political climate.

Bruce De Torres on Small Business Struggles, Federal Contracts & the U.S. Economy
28:41

Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Explained—What Trump’s Trade Agenda Means for Small Business
24:17

Andy Ross on American Rebel, Entrepreneurship & Patriotic Branding
25:37