The government shutdown began Wednesday as Congress failed to pass a funding package, while President Donald Trump sees opportunity to cut federal programs and employees.
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Senate Dems block bid to end government shutdown as agencies set to lay off 750K employees daily
As many as 750,000 federal employees are expected to be furloughed each day, according to estimates provided by the Congressional Budget Office, which could eventually Read More
Vance blames Schumer’s fear of AOC primary challenge as shutdown cause
Vice President JD Vance blames Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for the government shutdown, claiming Schumer fears a primary challenge from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Protect America’s Children, Pass The Chloe Cole Act Now
In coordination with the Department of Justice, Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and Congressman Bob Onder (R-MO) have introduced the Chloe Cole Act, which not only Read More
White House prepares for ‘imminent’ federal layoffs after Democrats force government shutdown
The federal government is preparing for worker layoffs within days as Senate Democrats continue to reject Republicans’ spending measures, which House Republicans were told is forcing the Trump administration’s hand.
‘The View’ Host Warns Trump Will Absolutely Use A Shutdown To His Advantage: ‘He’s Got A Plan’
Former White House official Alyssa Farah Griffin argued on Wednesday that President Donald Trump absolutely “has a plan” for the ongoing government shutdown and how Read More
13 times Democrats voted for a short-term continuing resolution under Biden
The Democrats voted for 13 stopgap resolutions under Biden, something Speaker Johnson has pointed out amid consternation over the government shutdown.
A Day At The Multi-Million Dollar Government Museum With No Visitors
WASHINGTON—In the parking lot of the Smithsonian’s smallest museum, 18 of 29 spots were full. But inside, there were no couples on first dates or Read More
Fed audit, emergency Medicaid undercut Dems on illegal immigrant health coverage
Federal government shutdown debate intensifies as politicians clash over Medicaid eligibility for illegal immigrants despite California federal audit findings.