Tictoc By Bloomberg

At the center of the fight over the partial government shutdown is President Trump's demand for $5.6 billion in funding for his border wall--a figure Democrats refuse to even consider. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg White House reporter Justin Sink who breaks down the national emergency plan the president continues to debate that might get him his money and likely reopen the government. FOLLOW UP Justin's latest report: Trump Eyes Untested Emergency Power to Fund Wall, Skirt Congress You can follow Justin at: @justinsink  ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You can follow up with us and watch our reporting @tictoc. If you like it, be sure to rate us on iTunes, and tell your friends!