During President Trump's visit to the UN this week, his speech experienced multiple disruptions including an escalator stoppage, a malfunctioning teleprompter, and interruptions with Portuguese interpretation, according to the U.S. Ambassador to the UN. Preparations are underway on Capitol Hill for a potential government shutdown next week, with congressional aides and workers expected to be paid, though each office can deem employees "essential." Members of Congress are guaranteed payment under the 27th Amendment, and US Capitol Police and security operations will not be affected. Non-essential activities like formal Capitol tours and the flag operation will cease, and restaurants and barber shops are likely to close. Democrats are scheduled to meet with top aides at 4 pm ET Friday to discuss the potential shutdown. Separately, in New York City polling, Donald Trump has a 72% unfavorable rating, while Mayor Eric Adams has a 66% unfavorable rating, according to a Fox News poll. In a mayoral race poll for NYC, Zohran Mamdani leads with 47% of the vote. In other developments, Arnold Schwarzenegger discussed his decision not to endorse Donald Trump in 2016, his views on fighting climate change, and Governor Gavin Newsom's redistricting statements in an exclusive interview with CNN. The State Department posted that POTUS is the "PRESIDENT OF PEACE" and released information on Ambassador Henry T. Wooster's briefing regarding U.S. foreign policy priorities in Haiti. A White House official indicated that cabinet secretaries and White House staff will attend a dinner in the "Rose Garden Club" tonight.
