Will There Be a Government Shutdown? Live Updates
With thousands of federal workers either fired, placed on administrative leave, or at immediate risk of losing their jobs, AFGE members have concluded that a widespread government shutdown has been underway since January 20 and will continue to spread whether Senators vote yes or no.
Schumer announces he will vote to keep government open, likely avoiding shutdown
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer announced Thursday night that he plans to vote to keep the government open, signaling that there will almost certainly be enough Democratic votes to advance a House GOP funding bill before a shutdown deadline at the end of the day Friday.
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Live updates: Government shutdown averted, Senate-passed spending bill goes to Trump
President Trump praised Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for saying he would back the GOP spending bill to avert a government shutdown.
How senators are voting on a bill to avert a government shutdown
The Senate is voting to advance a measure Friday to extend federal funding levels through September and avert a government shutdown set to begin just after midnight. Senate Minority Leader Charles E.
The Latest: Senate Works to Avert Partial Government Shutdown Ahead of Midnight Deadline
The Senate approaches a key test vote Friday afternoon as lawmakers work to avoid a partial government shutdown, with Democrats confronting two painful options: allowing passage of a bill they believe gives President Donald Trump vast discretion on spending decisions or voting no and letting a funding lapse ensue.
US government shutdown averted as Senate passes spending bill
The passage of the funding bill came hours before a shutdown, with Democrats under fierce pressure to oppose the measure.
Live updates: Trump-backed measure to avert government shutdown advances in Senate with Democratic support
The latest news on President Donald Trump’s administration and the expected Senate vote on a continuing resolution to avert a government shutdown.
Government shutdown looms: A look at how and where federal workers would be most affected
Like any home or business, the federal government must pay its bills: Congress has little time to prevent a government ...
Senate to vote on GOP measure to avert government shutdown as Democrats fume over choice
The Senate is expected to begin voting Friday afternoon on a Republican-led stopgap measure to keep the government funded ahead of a midnight deadline.
Government Shutdown: Trump Tells Schumer ‘Congratulations’ For Letting GOP Spending Bill Pass
Schumer's commitment comes a day after the top Senate Democrat said “Republicans do not have the votes in the Senate.” ...
Government shutdown looms. Will it affect weather alerts? Social Security? SNAP? Student loans?
If the Senate fails to pass a stopgap funding bill by tonight, the federal government shuts down for lack of money. Here's what will keep going.
Federal spending bill passes, prevents U.S. government shutdown
Democrats were confronted with two painful options: allowing passage of a bill they believe gives President Donald Trump vast ...
Schumer says he'll vote to keep government open as Democrats criticize GOP plan
The Senate plans to take up a House-passed bill to fund the government through September beginning on Friday, which needs the ...
Democrats' Disastrous Defeat Over Government Shutdown Explained
This move marks a significant concession from Schumer, who reversed his stance just one day after promising that Democrats would block the GOP measure. As a result, the bill is now poised to secure ...
What’s at risk if Congress doesn’t fund the government by Friday’s deadline
Facing intense pressure over the threat of a shutdown in less than two days, lawmakers are racing to push through a ...
Democrats to decide: Shut down government or side with Trump
Chuck Schumer is under pressure to unite Senate Democrats as his party agonizes over whether to trigger a shutdown in less ...
Republicans Win Shutdown Showdown, Leaving Democrats Indignant and Divided
The Senate voted to avoid a government shutdown less than nine hours before the deadline, leaving Democrats divided and pointing fingers.
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Trump-backed bill to avoid government shutdown clears key hurdle in Senate
The Senate has until midnight Friday to pass a bill to keep the government open. Meantime, President Donald Trump will deliver a speech on immigration at the Justice Department. Follow for live news ...