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September 29

Trump’s H-1B visa reform plan needs to put Americans first

Trump's new H-1B fee targets companies that replace American workers with cheaper foreign labor through the temporary visa program that has expanded beyond its scope.

September 27

Trump to meet with top congressional leaders at White House as government shutdown looms

President Donald Trump has scheduled a Monday meeting with House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate leaders, including Democrats, to discuss averting a government shutdown.

September 27

EXCLUSIVE: Democrats risk flood insurance lapse in their shutdown fight, home builders and White House warn

The Trump administration warned Democrats risked a flood insurance lapse during the shutdown fight, endangering home sales and FEMA funds as hurricane season peaked.

September 27

FBI's Patel clarifies role of hundreds of agents on Jan 6, says Wray lied to Congress

FBI Director Kash Patel said that agents were sent into crowd control missions on Jan. 6 after a riot was declared, adding that that goes against FBI standards.

September 26

Supreme Court extends Trump administration's $5 billion foreign aid freeze amid ongoing legal challenge

The Supreme Court extended an order blocking $5 billion in congressionally appropriated foreign funds after the Trump administration appealed a district court ruling.

September 26

Trump’s White House demands agencies map out mass layoffs ahead of potential shutdown

The White House orders federal agencies to prepare for mass layoffs during a potential government shutdown, marking a shift from typical furloughs during funding lapses.

September 26

Reporter's Notebook: Government shutdown chances astronomical as Congress barrels toward deadline

Government shutdown looms as Trump administration and Congress remain deadlocked, potentially affecting federal workers, national parks and essential services nationwide.

September 25

Michigan Democrat Rep. Stevens cites 'health care chaos' in impeachment move against RFK Jr.

A House Democrat drafted impeachment articles against HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over vaccine restrictions and alleged conspiracy theories.

September 25

Garbage collection, tours to be suspended on Capitol Hill if there’s a government shutdown

What to know as Capitol Hill prepares for a potential government shutdown next week, from worker pay and office closures to service disruptions.

September 24

White House tells federal agencies to prepare layoff plans as government shutdown looms

The White House budget office directed federal agencies to prepare reduction-in-force plans, warning shutdowns would target programs not required to continue.