Government Shutdown

Senate Clears Bill To Prevent Government Shutdown

Despite the lack of aid for Ukraine, President Joe Biden is expected to sign the measure.
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On The Brink Of Shutdown, McCarthy Pivots To 45-Day Plan Relying On Democratic Help

Republican lawmakers met behind closed doors early in the morning with hours to go before the midnight deadline needed to fund government operations or face a federal closure.
By Lisa Mascaro, Kevin Freking and Stephen Groves, AP

Government Shutdown Could Spell Trouble For This Big Alaska Tradition

The state's most-watched popularity contest involves residents choosing one of these animals who's been stocking up for winter.
By Mark Thiessen, AP

Here's How A Government Shutdown Might Affect Your Air Travel Plans

Will flights get canceled? Should you change your itinerary? Read this guide.
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They Keep Congress Fed — But A Shutdown Will Leave Them Broke

The U.S. Capitol’s catering staff won’t get back pay even after a government shutdown ends.
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House Republican Funding Bill Flops In House As Shutdown Nears

Its failure sends the House GOP back to the drawing board as the Senate continues to try to pass a bill to fund the government.
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Ugh, Student Loan Payments Are Restarting. Here's What You Need To Know.

Borrowers are expected to resume repayments on Oct. 1. A government shutdown could affect that — but not in the way you think.
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White House Says 'No Need' For Biden-McCarthy Meeting As Shutdown Nears

“The meeting that has to take place is in the House of Representatives," the White House chief of staff said.
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Biden Administration Plans To Shutter National Parks As Shutdown Looms

The Trump administration’s decision to keep national parks open during a long shutdown resulted in catastrophic damage ― and officials don’t want to make the same mistake twice.
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These States Aim To Keep Iconic National Parks Open Amid Possible Government Shutdown

The National Parks Conservation Association says every day of a shutdown could mean national parks collectively losing nearly 1 million visitors.
By Anita Snow, AP