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On Saturday, the Department of Homeland Security entered a funding lapse that keeps Transportation Security Administration officers on the job at U.S. airports without pay, as lawmakers remain deadlocked and a Kalshi betting contract tied to a shutdown drew more than $6 million in wagers. The...

Days after a partial government shutdown was lifted after President Donald Trump signed a $1.2 trillion funding package, another government shutdown is looming on February 14. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is facing a partial shutdown after Senate Democrats on Thursday blocked two...

The U.S. government is once again on the brink of a shutdown, potentially as soon as Saturday — barely more than two months after the longest closure in American history ended in November. Congress must pass funding legislation by January 30, 2026, or parts of the federal government will partially...

President Donald Trump has predicted the possibility of another government shutdown, attributing it to the Democrats’ reluctance to vote for several bills. Trump, during an interview with Maria Bartiromo on Fox Business’ “Mornings with Maria,” on Thursday, expressed...

With Congress passing the funding bill on Wednesday, ending the record-long government shutdown, a controversial provision has made its way into the bill’s provisions, one that is sparking alarm across the hemp and cannabis industry. Move To Re-Criminalize Hemp-Derived Products A last-minute...

Editor's Note: This article has been revised to reflect new developments. The Senate, on Sunday, advanced toward a vote to reopen the federal government, fueling hopes that the record-breaking 40-day shutdown could soon end. Senate Nears Vote On Funding Bill The Senate is preparing to advance a...

President Donald Trump‘s recent comments on Democrats and the filibuster, shared on Truth Social, have sparked a heated debate. On Sunday, Trump posted a contentious message on Truth Social. He alleged that Democrats were “cracking like dogs” in reaction to his suggestion to...

In the midst of the continuing government shutdown, President Donald Trump has called on Senate Republicans to abolish the Affordable Care Act, often referred to as “Obamacare,” and reroute federal healthcare funds directly to the American people. The ongoing shutdown has resulted in...

According to a recent poll, supporters of President Donald Trump have shown willingness to bear higher taxes to back his policies. The poll, conducted by POLITICO and Public First last month, indicates that typical Trump supporters are ready to pay an additional $65 per month in taxes to support...

President Donald Trump's approval rating has continued to drop, with the latest poll showing a significant decline, raising concerns for the Republican Party as the 2026 midterm elections approach. The Emerson College poll, published on Friday, reveals a 4-point drop in Trump's approval since...

On Friday, the Supreme Court granted the Donald Trump administration a brief reprieve in its escalating battle over Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payments. The court temporarily halted a lower court order that required full food aid distribution to millions of Americans during the...

The U.S. government shutdown has dragged into its 33rd day, and while a resolution may soon be approaching, economists warn the economic fallout is already underway. In a note to clients on Monday, Goldman Sachs economist Alec Phillips said the standoff in Washington is likely to cost the U.S....

As the federal government shutdown stretches into its second month, air traffic controller shortages are worsening nationwide, leading to mounting delays and disruptions at major airports across the US. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an unusually long list of staffing triggers...

According to a recent Yahoo/YouGov poll, there is a growing dissatisfaction among Americans with President Donald Trump‘s economic management. A staggering 60% of the respondents expressed disapproval, marking the highest disapproval rating for Trump’s handling of the economy to date....

In a move set to affect nearly 71 million Social Security beneficiaries, benefits are slated to increase by 2.8% in January 2026. Additionally, almost 7.5 million Supplemental Security Income recipients will see a rise in benefits from December 31. According to reports, the announcement, initially...