On today's episode of 'Politics Nation', host Reverend Al Sharpton covers the ongoing government shutdown, now in its twelfth day with no resolution in sight. 

President Trump is traveling to the Mideast to promote his peace deal. Meanwhile, Israel and Hamas are exchanging hostages this weekend, though details of the agreement remain unclear. 

The Speaker of the House has already dismissed Congress for the upcoming week, but Democrats plan to return on Tuesday for an emergency caucus meeting. 

While military members are expected to receive their paychecks this week via an executive workaround, many other federal agencies are experiencing chaos and confusion. 

The American public may soon feel the tangible effects of a government brought to a halt.