Washington, D.C. sunsets featured striking reds and oranges that led those on Capitol Hill to take notice ahead of the government shutdown.
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Trump says government shutdown layoffs are ‘up to’ Dems as standoff continues
Federal worker layoffs could begin if Democrats don’t cooperate to end the government shutdown, National Economic Council director Kevin Hassett warns.
‘Rage’ politics the latest hurdle for GOP to clear; how prior battles made conservatives stronger: Dave Brat
Dave Brat examines how conservative movements have overcome political obstacles, from the Freedom Caucus era to today’s MAGA revolution in Virginia.
Trump’s presidency faces crucial tests as Supreme Court begins pivotal term
Supreme Court justices face major constitutional questions about presidential authority as Trump administration appeals reach the high court for final review this term.
‘Schumer shutdown’ already cost taxpayers $1.2B in pay to employees not working
Federal government shutdown furloughs 750,000 employees who will receive backpay under 2019 law, costing $400 million per day, according to Sen. Joni Ernst’s office.
Democrat in key governor race keeps distance from NYC’s Mamdani
Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill refuses to back NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani as Republicans try to link vulnerable Democrats to the socialist.
Senior Republican Senator Wants To Boost Pressure On China Over Taiwan
The chairman of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee said on Friday he will introduce legislation to deter aggression against Taiwan by identifying targets for Read More
Democrats roll out new campaign ads targeting Republicans over ongoing government shutdown
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee invested in ads across 13 districts, accusing Republicans of shutting down the government.
Shutdown ignites strategist debate: Will Trump and GOP pay the political price in 2026?
The 2025 government shutdown enters its second week as Democrats and Republicans blame each other, while political strategists say it likely won’t impact 2026 elections.
Major city police unions support federal troop deployments, but local leaders are pushing back
A growing number of police unions are expressing support for the Trump administration’s National Guard plan, but are facing pushback from local leaders.