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Politics 21 hours ago

Trump tells troops 'every last penny' coming despite ongoing government shutdown affecting military pay

Government shutdown freezes military paychecks as President Donald Trump assures troops aboard USS Harry S. Truman they will get back pay and 3.8% raise.

Politics 21 hours ago

Trump-backed map victory in Missouri could trigger redistricting battles in these states

These states may be next after Republicans gain ground in congressional redistricting as Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe approves new maps amid a nationwide battle for House control.

Politics 21 hours ago

Ominous red and orange skies had Capitol Hill take notice as shutdown loomed

Washington, D.C. sunsets featured striking reds and oranges that led those on Capitol Hill to take notice ahead of the government shutdown.

Politics 21 hours ago

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.

Politics 21 hours ago

Virginia Dems back AG candidate Jay Jones, despite sinister text messages

Democratic Virginia attorney general candidate Jay Jones faces criticism over 2022 text messages wishing death on Republican Todd Gilbert's children.

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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.

Politics 21 hours ago

2 looming deadlines could be key to ending the government shutdown, expert says

As Democrat leaders project confidence and no plans for a compromise appear imminent, an expert shared that there are two key dates when things could begin “spiraling out of control."

Politics 21 hours ago

Transportation secretary goes viral with meme video slamming Democrats as shutdown hits Day 3: ‘FAFO’

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy used a humorous "FAFO" graph video to criticize Democrats holding out for Obamacare tax credits in the spending deal amid the government shutdown.

Politics 21 hours ago

Longtime Trump ally Lewandowski flirts with primary challenge against GOP governor

Former Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski explores primary challenge to Governor Kelly Ayotte as redistricting tensions rise in New Hampshire politics.

Politics 21 hours ago

'Squad' Dem launches comeback House bid after anti-Israel views torpedoed campaign: 'We need a fighter'

Progressive "Squad" member former Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., launches new campaign for Congress more than a year after primary defeat to pro-Israel candidate in Missouri.

Politics 21 hours ago

Blame Game: Republicans claim Schumer forced shutdown 'because he’s terrified' of AOC primary challenge

Vice President JD Vance accused Senate Minority Leader Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., of causing the federal shutdown to avoid a potential Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., primary.

Politics 21 hours ago

Democrats shut down government over healthcare for illegal immigrants, House GOP whip says

As Democrats attempt to blame the GOP for the government shutdown, House Majority Whip Tom Emmer said the real reason for the shutdown is Sen. Chuck Schumer’s fear of his leftist base.

Politics 21 hours ago

Unearthed debate clip goes viral against Dems as illegal immigrant health coverage becomes top issue

Government shutdown debate intensifies as 2020 Democratic primary clip resurfaces showing ten candidates backing illegal immigrant healthcare coverage.

Media 21 hours ago

Former Politico reporter says pressure of government shutdown will ‘skyrocket on Democrats’

Political analyst Rachel Bade said Republicans can leverage government shutdown impacts on workers and services to pressure Democrats into abandoning their stance.

Politics 21 hours ago

With the government shutdown threatening air travel, a GOP bill seeks to keep flights running

As federal agencies hunker down for what could be a protracted government shutdown, Rep. Aaron Bean, R-Fla., is introducing a bill to make sure that flights can continue on schedule.

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Lawmaker warns government shutdown chaos potentially leading to big waste in the military, impacting readiness

GOP congressman fears shutdown fallout has reached the military, pointing to concerns his office has fielded regarding troops being pulled from assignments prematurely.

Politics 21 hours ago

Democrats at a big disadvantage in shutdown as Trump starts slashing their programs

Democrats walked into a shutdown trap, outshouted by Trump’s messaging machine and stuck defending healthcare points that are hard to get across.

Media 21 hours ago

Speaker Johnson blames House Dems for 'terribly selfish' government shutdown

Johnson criticized Dems for rejecting a spending measure and attempting to undo Medicaid reforms, calling the move a “terribly selfish decision" that leaves Americans paying the price.

Politics 21 hours ago

Here's what Trump wants to do to reshape the federal government during the shutdown

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.

Politics 21 hours ago

Dems in the hot seat after Obamacare’s spiking premium costs torpedo their narrative

Democrats warn of ACA premium spikes amid government shutdown debate while Republicans argue the program's subsidies highlight sustainability concerns with Obamacare.

Politics 21 hours ago

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.

Politics 21 hours ago

Social Security, airports, food stamps: How are you affected during a government shutdown?

Fox News Digital gathered a summary of what services will remain open and which could see serious disruptions or interruptions during a government shutdown.

Politics 21 hours ago

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.

Politics 21 hours ago

Madison Cawthorn aims to make political comeback, announces run for Congress

Cawthorn is running for Florida's 19th congressional seat, which will soon be vacated as Byron Donalds runs for governor.

Sports 21 hours ago

World Series champ Mark Teixeira takes swing at Dems as government shuts down

Mark Teixeira, a former New York Yankees star who is running for Congress in Texas, slammed Democrats before the government shut down on Tuesday.

Politics 21 hours ago

Government shuts down after Congress deadlocks on spending deal

The federal government is entering a partial shutdown after Senate Democrats rebelled against a short-term spending bill.

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HUD accuses the 'Radical Left' of driving government shutdown, vows to ‘support our most vulnerable’

HUD blamed Democrats as the government shut down Tuesday, warning of harm to Americans while Trump backed a clean funding bill blocked in the Senate.

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Dems 'sacrificed the American people,' Thune says as government barrels toward midnight shutdown

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., criticizes Senate Democrats for blocking the GOP's short-term funding extension as Congress hurtles toward a government shutdown.

Politics 21 hours ago

White House declares imminent government shutdown after Senate fails to pass funding bill

The federal government will officially enter a shutdown at midnight after Congress failed to reach an agreement on spending.

Politics 21 hours ago

Dems in hot seat after DHS warns their frontline workers will go without pay if shutdown hits

Nearly 200,000 Department of Homeland Security frontline officers and employees will likely work without pay during the government shutdown while maintaining critical functions.

Politics 21 hours ago

Shutdown fight casts a shadow over jobs as Trump prepares for largest federal resignation in US history

Government shutdown threatens to worsen labor market conditions as unemployment rises to 4.3% and federal agencies prepare for potential mass layoffs.