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In the midst of the government shutdown, an anonymous benefactor, called a “friend” by President Donald Trump, has donated $130 million to the Pentagon. On Friday, Trump revealed that an anonymous friend donated a whopping $130 million to the Defense Department. This donation was aimed...

In the midst of an ongoing U.S. government shutdown and a contentious White House renovation project, President Donald Trump‘s approval ratings have managed to stay relatively steady. A Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted from Oct. 15-20 indicated Trump’s approval rating at 42%, a minor...

The ongoing government shutdown has brought U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects to a standstill, as the Trump administration weighs canceling over billion worth of projects. $11 Billion Projects Halted Amid Shutdown The Trump administration has been forced to pause and consider canceling...

In the wake of the ongoing government shutdown, a wave of solidarity is being observed within the airline industry. Airline pilots, flight attendants, and their Canadian counterparts are stepping up to provide free meals to air traffic controllers who are currently working without pay. Since the...

In the wake of the ongoing government shutdown entering its third week, recent polls indicate a decline in President Donald Trump‘s approval ratings. The continuous government shutdown and the deployment of National Guard troops in Chicago have negatively affected President Trump’s...

The ongoing federal government shutdown is set to extend into next week as a Senate vote once again fell short on Friday. While 54 senators voted in favor of advancing toward a vote, 60 are needed to proceed. House Speaker Mike Johnson extended the lower chamber’s recess by another week,...

President Donald Trump administration is preparing for a potential government shutdown that could lead to thousands of federal employees being laid off and significant changes in the functioning of various departments. According to reports, if Congress fails to fund the government next week, the...

Prediction markets are flashing warning signs that a U.S. government shutdown is far from a distant prospect. Data from markets suggest there is now roughly a 66% probability of a shutdown this year. That estimate comes in the wake of the Senate failing to pass a stopgap spending bill. What makes...

Senate Democrats have rejected a stopgap spending bill passed earlier Friday by the House. This result has put Washington on the brink of a potential government shutdown, which could take place on Oct. 1. The bill was defeated with a 44-48 vote on Friday. The only Democrat who voted in favor of the...

Senior Republicans are reportedly exploring the idea of including cuts made by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in an upcoming government funding bill, dramatically increasing the potential for a government shutdown. This strategy, which is still under discussion, could...

House conservatives are pressuring Speaker Mike Johnson after a rocky week of negotiations and infighting over a government spending bill. Johnson, who narrowly avoided a government shutdown, now faces intense scrutiny from his party with a speakership vote looming in two weeks, reports Politico....

The debt ceiling has become a central point of contention in Washington this week, disrupting year-end government funding talks that were resolved early Saturday. What Happened: President-elect Donald Trump has called for either raising or completely eliminating the borrowing limit, a move that...

Facing a looming government shutdown, the Senate moved swiftly on Saturday to pass a bipartisan bill that temporarily funds federal operations and provides disaster aid. What Happened: The House, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, overwhelmingly approved the legislation, 366-34, before the Senate passed...

The House of Representatives voted to remove Kevin McCarthy from his role as speaker Tuesday, marking a historic moment in U.S. politics. This move came after eight Republicans crossed party lines to join Democrats in the ousting, following an initiative led by Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.). Rep....

The role of U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) is in jeopardy, as a member of his own party calls for his ouster following his endorsement of a temporary government funding bill. What Happened: As reported by Reuters, Republican heavyweight McCarthy voiced his confidence on Sunday that he...