Dem senator reveals deal that secured shutdown’s fate — says it was ‘worth it’ to stop federal layoffs
Democrats failed to extend Obamacare subsidies, but Sen. Tim Kaine won federal workforce protections in the government shutdown deal.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Paul stands firm against spending bill as shutdown clock ticks
Rand Paul blocks Senate vote on government funding over hemp regulations, potentially extending shutdown through complex procedural delays.
Democrats attempt last-ditch effort to save Obamacare subsidies as shutdown end draws near
House Democrats failed to secure COVID-19 era Obamacare subsidy extensions as Rep. Ivey's unanimous consent request was rejected during a pro-forma session.
New Hampshire governor recruits NYC business owners fleeing Mamdani ‘regime’
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's tax hike plans spark business exodus as New Hampshire governor launches recruitment campaign targeting fleeing entrepreneurs and residents.
Another House Dem drops out of 2026 rat race as party faces generational reckoning
New Jersey Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, 80, becomes latest senior Democrat to announce retirement, citing need to pass the torch to next generation.
Democrats fight to block Trump’s ‘reckless and unnecessary’ call to restart nuclear testing
Senate Democrats push back against Trump's nuclear testing plans with new legislation requiring congressional approval for any future tests on American soil.
VP’s office responds to PA gov who said Vance betrayed Appalachian roots with ‘bull—- politics’ over SNAP
Political clash between VP Vance and PA governor Shapiro over SNAP benefits hints at potential 2028 presidential rivalry as shutdown impacts hungry families.
Senate hopes to blow through procedural hurdles in bid to reopen government
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., is hoping the Senate can sprint through several votes Monday night, but that's only if Republicans remain unified and no more Democrats object.
Every county in one blue state shifts further left in 2025 governor race despite GOP hopes
New Jersey elected Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill as governor over Republican Jack Ciattarelli, with post-election data showing statewide leftward shift.
House conservative leader gives blessing to Senate shutdown deal, with ‘one caveat’
House Freedom Caucus leader Andy Harris tentatively backs the Senate's government shutdown deal but warns the hemp provision could kill his support for the bipartisan legislation.