Lawmakers scramble to pass a short term bill to prevent a government shutdown by Friday, as Trump followed through with his threat and sued the Des Moines register over a poll he didn't like. Plus, the Fed is expected to slash interest rates for the third straight time, which would be a sign they like the economic outlook -- so why are the markets sending a very different message? And, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing calls to resign after his finance minister quit. Peter Baker, Melanie Zanona, Jeff Mason, David Gura, Ron Insana, Richard Haass, and John Herrman join the 11th Hour this Thursday. 

With 24 hours until government funding runs out, a shutdown during the holidays looms after the Republican bill fails to pass. Plus, a breakdown of all the GOP chaos on Capitol Hill along with the democrats response. And, comedian Jim Gaffigan joins to talk about his new comedy special. Sam Stein, Ali Vitali, David Drucker, Stuart Stevens, Heidi Heitkamp and Patrick Redford join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.