Oct 1, 2025
Senate deadlock extends Trump-era government shutdown
U.S. shutdown begins after Senate gridlock on health care, furloughing 750,000 workers and raising fears of nationwide economic fallout.
Sep 25, 2025
White House budget office tells agencies to draft mass firing plans ahead of potential shutdown
OMB told agencies to prepare mass layoffs if the government shuts down next week, escalating pressure in Trump’s budget fight with Democrats.
May 1, 2025
Senate blocks Kaine-sponsored bid to stop Trump’s tariffs
Senate Republicans block a resolution cosponsored by U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine to halt Trump’s global tariffs, highlighting GOP divides and rising economic concerns.