4 The People: Lawmakers return from break, the politics of sports and realignment

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Congress is getting ready to get back to work. But a full plate is ahead – facing a deadline to keep the government funded. Plus, Speaker McCarthy faces resistance from his fellow Republicans – including from some who embrace the idea of a possible government shutdown.

And Kansas Legislators are getting ready to go back to work – what lies ahead in the Sunflower State? Contributor Bob Beatty joins us to review that and more.

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Then, lots to keep up with when it comes to conference realignment in college athletics. Kansas City Star sportswriter Blair Kerkhoff joins us to sort it all out.

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