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Government Shutdown
Johnson Continues Block on Swearing-In Grijalva, Making Undue Demands of Her
Speaker Johnson's ongoing refusal to swear in Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva prevents her from serving her constituents.
Critics Alarmed as Trump Leverages Shutdown to Gut Special Education Office
Some believe the layoffs are a way to force the special education law to be managed by some other federal office.
As WIC Funding Dwindles During the Government Shutdown, Parents Worry
Even after the government eventually reopens, the assistance program’s future remains uncertain.
Trump Admin Promises to Fund WIC With Tariffs. It Can’t Legally Do So.
Previous Trump budget proposals sought to cut funding to the program, which helps parents buy essentials for their kids.
Government Shutdown Gives Trump Yet Another Opportunity to Expand His Power
Project 2025 architect Russell Vought wants to seize the shutdown to further slash spending with mass federal layoffs.
Trump and Key Project 2025 Architect Use Shutdown to Target Democrats
The OMB director is already withholding congressionally appropriated funds for projects in blue cities and states.
Trump Is Using Government Websites to Blame Democrats for the Shutdown
Polling shows that more Americans blame Republicans than Democrats for the shutdown.
Speaker Mike Johnson Refuses to Swear In Adelita Grijalva Before Shutdown
Residents in southern Arizona will be without constituent services during the shutdown, Grijalva noted.
Trump Posts Racist AI-Generated Video Ahead of Looming Government Shutdown
“Republicans are still refusing to come to the table” regarding Democrats’ demands, said Rep. Pramila Jayapal.
Trump Has Doubled Down on Anti-Trans Provisions Amid Shutdown Fight
Democrats will be under pressure to fight for their LGBTQ — and especially their transgender — constituents.