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Oct 19, 2025 · President Donald Trump and Republicans remain locked in a standoff with Democrats over reopening the federal government. Follow for live updates on the administration.

Sep 26, 2025 · Nearly 40% say they are optimistic about politics, higher than all but the most GOP-aligned group of independents, and nearly half say the US political system needs only …

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5 days ago · It’s the 22nd day of the government shutdown, and Congress remains in a standoff over health care subsidies.

Oct 18, 2025 · Watch live East Wing demolition continues at the White House Politics • 5 min read

Oct 1, 2025 · The federal government has officially shut down for the first time in six years after a deadlocked Congress failed to pass a funding measure to keep the lights on.

Oct 6, 2025 · Defending the vote in a statement, Golden said that the shutdown “is the result of hardball politics driven by the demands far-left groups are making for Democratic Party …

Sep 26, 2025 · The federal government has shut down as congressional lawmakers remain at odds over funding the government beyond September 30.