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October 9

Noem airs clip blasting Democrats for government shutdown at every airport in America

Secretary Kristi Noem said "Democrats in Congress refuse to fund the federal government" in new video.

October 8

A dizzying ride on the Hill: Lawmakers debate in circles as shutdown enters week two

Congress appears utterly paralyzed as the latest government shutdown trudges on, with lawmakers unable to muster up the votes to end it.

October 8

IRS workforce slashed in half as government shutdown showdown stretches into second week

The IRS implements contingency plans during the government shutdown, suspending taxpayer services while maintaining tax processing and criminal investigations.

October 8

Reporter's Notebook: Senate revotes today on ending government shutdown

The Senate will vote for a sixth time on competing Democratic and Republican plans to end the government shutdown as lawmakers worry about furloughed worker back pay.

October 8

Government shutdown 101: We've been here before, here's what happens next

Government shutdowns have become more frequent as political brinkmanship defines budget negotiations, with the latest federal shutdown starting Wednesday morning.

October 8

Democrat Aftyn Behn advances to special election in battle for vacant congressional seat in deep-red district

Tennessee Democrats picked Aftyn Behn as their nominee for a special congressional election in the Republican-leaning 7th District, with the general election set for December 2.

October 8

ObamaCare subsidies at center of Dem shutdown fight 'fuel' healthcare cost inflation, conservatives say

The government shutdown enters its second week as Democrats demand an extension of enhanced ObamaCare subsidies set to expire in 2025, while conservatives oppose the measure.

October 8

Trump drives the shutdown coverage, but leaderless Democrats have broken through with healthcare message

President Trump stays above the shutdown fray as both parties oddly unite to defend federal programs, each blaming the other while eyeing a short-term spending fix.

October 7

White House blames Dems for potential WIC lapse, announces 'creative solution' to keep program running

Karoline Leavitt shared on X Tuesday the White House is using tariff revenue to keep the WIC program running during the government shutdown after a funding lapse.

October 7

Trump-backed candidate wins crowded GOP primary in battle for vacant House seat

Matt Van Epps secured victory in Tennessee's GOP congressional primary after receiving President Donald Trump's endorsement in the crowded 11-candidate race.