Even after a historic 43-day government shutdown, Americans have not seen an immediate relief from economic strains. With mounting auto-loan debts, ongoing repossession trucks, and continuing disputes over SNAP benefits, key indicators suggest the Trump-era economy remains under scrutiny.
The House of Representatives is back in session after a prolonged shutdown fight, facing a packed to-do list. With more than a month of legislative downtime, lawmakers now turn to negotiating the annual defense policy bill and addressing a slate of other urgent tasks.
Maryland lawmakers are calling on NASA to explain why buildings were closed and staff levels reduced at the Goddard Space Flight Center. Occurring during a government shutdown, these changes have prompted serious concerns about their effect on critical research and operations.
A record-setting 43-day government shutdown ended on a Wednesday night, halting disruptions to air travel and food assistance programs. Yet workers remain anxious about back pay, and questions linger about how quickly normal operations can resume.
Amid accusations that he “caved” in a recent government shutdown vote, Senator Angus King firmly rejects this perception. In this piece, originally appearing as an opinion column, King clarifies he received more than critics assume and stands by the reasoning behind his decision.
Republicans are celebrating as the House of Representatives gathers to vote on ending a shutdown, with the ballot expected as early as today. Their optimism underscores a rapidly changing political landscape, signaling a possible resolution on the horizon.
After weeks of political gridlock, lawmakers voted 60-40 to approve a funding measure to reopen the federal government. The move brings an end to the longest shutdown in US history.
Asian markets showed continued upward momentum for a second day in a row on Tuesday, reflecting political developments in the United States. Investors appear encouraged by signs that lawmakers are nearing a deal to conclude a record-breaking government shutdown, boosting market confidence abroad.
More than 3.2 million airline passengers in the United States have been hit by flight delays or cancellations since a government shutdown began on October 1. An airline group announced on Monday that air traffic controller staffing shortages are driving these widespread disruptions, leaving travelers uncertain about when normal operations will resume.
As the United States government shutdown enters its second month, crucial federal economic data will not be released. In this vacuum, private-sector reports and upcoming events—ranging from corporate earnings to the Bank of England’s decision—are set to draw extra attention from analysts and the public.
