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Shutdown Looms: Trump, Congressional Leaders Deadlocked Ahead of Tuesday Deadline

Shutdown Looms: Trump, Congressional Leaders Deadlocked Ahead of Tuesday Deadline

Shutdown Looms: Trump, Congressional Leaders Deadlocked Ahead of Tuesday Deadline WASHINGTON – A critical meeting at the White House today between President Donald Trump and top congressional leaders appears to have done little to break the deadlock, pushing the nation precariously close to a government shutdown. With a Tuesday night deadline fast approaching, both sides remain entrenched in their positions, raising fears of widespread federal furloughs and economic disruption. President Trump is hosting Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority…

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High-Stakes White House Meeting Underway as Trump, Congressional Leaders Race to Avert Government Shutdown

High-Stakes White House Meeting Underway as Trump, Congressional Leaders Race to Avert Government Shutdown

High-Stakes White House Meeting Underway as Trump, Congressional Leaders Race to Avert Government Shutdown President Donald Trump is reportedly engaged in, or has just concluded, a critical bipartisan meeting with top US congressional leaders at the White House this Monday afternoon, in a last-ditch effort to prevent a looming government shutdown. House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed the gathering, which includes Democratic minority leaders Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer, alongside Republican Senate majority leader John Thune. The high-stakes talks come with…

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Government Shutdown Looms as Democrats and Trump Administration Clash Over Healthcare Funding

Government Shutdown Looms as Democrats and Trump Administration Clash Over Healthcare Funding

Government Shutdown Looms as Democrats and Trump Administration Clash Over Healthcare Funding The U.S. federal government is on the brink of a shutdown as congressional Democrats and the Republican-led administration remain deadlocked over crucial spending legislation. With government funding set to expire next Tuesday, Democrats are refusing to support a Republican bill unless significant cuts to Medicaid are reversed and Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies are extended. After nine months in the minority, Democrats see this moment as critical leverage…

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Government Shutdown Threat: White House Orders Agencies to Prepare for Mass Layoffs as Deadline Nears

Government Shutdown Threat: White House Orders Agencies to Prepare for Mass Layoffs as Deadline Nears

Government Shutdown Threat: White House Orders Agencies to Prepare for Mass Layoffs as Deadline Nears As the September 30 deadline for government funding rapidly approaches, the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a stark warning to federal agencies on Wednesday night: prepare for potential mass layoffs. This directive significantly escalates tensions as Congress races against the clock to pass a funding bill and avert a government shutdown scheduled for next Wednesday, October 1. The memo, obtained by…

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US Government Faces Imminent Shutdown as Funding Deadline Looms Amid Healthcare Dispute

US Government Faces Imminent Shutdown as Funding Deadline Looms Amid Healthcare Dispute

US Government Faces Imminent Shutdown as Funding Deadline Looms Amid Healthcare Dispute The U.S. House of Representatives is poised for a critical vote today on a stopgap funding bill, aiming to avert a government shutdown scheduled for September 30. However, a fierce partisan battle over healthcare provisions threatens to derail the legislation, with Democrats largely expected to oppose the measure. The proposed bill seeks to fund federal agencies through November 21 and includes increased security allocations for government officials. House…

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Government Shutdown Looms: GOP Rejects Health Care Demands as Sept. 30 Deadline Nears

Government Shutdown Looms: GOP Rejects Health Care Demands as Sept. 30 Deadline Nears

Government Shutdown Looms: GOP Rejects Health Care Demands as Sept. 30 Deadline Nears Washington is bracing for a potential government shutdown as Republican leaders in the House and Senate on Wednesday rejected Democratic demands for an immediate extension of critical health care subsidies. With the September 30 funding deadline rapidly approaching, Republicans are challenging Democrats to pass a stopgap spending bill without these provisions, warning of the consequences of a government closure. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) stated that…

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Government Shutdown Threat Intensifies as House GOP Unveils Stopgap Funding Bill

Government Shutdown Threat Intensifies as House GOP Unveils Stopgap Funding Bill

Government Shutdown Threat Intensifies as House GOP Unveils Stopgap Funding Bill Washington D.C. – With a potential government shutdown just two weeks away, House Republicans have unveiled a crucial seven-week spending bill designed to fund federal operations through November 21, 2025. The proposed legislation, which also includes an additional $88 million for enhanced security for the federal judiciary, executive branch officials, and lawmakers, faces an uncertain path to passage as Democrats voice strong opposition and demand further negotiations. House Speaker…

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Congress Reconvenes Amid Shutdown Threat, Epstein Probe Escalates

Congress Reconvenes Amid Shutdown Threat, Epstein Probe Escalates

Congress Reconvenes Amid Shutdown Threat, Epstein Probe Escalates WASHINGTON D.C. – The U.S. Congress reconvened today, September 2, 2025, following a six-week recess, immediately confronting a packed legislative agenda dominated by the looming government shutdown deadline and escalating scrutiny over the Jeffrey Epstein files. Lawmakers face a critical September as they race against an October 1 deadline to fund the government, with bipartisan talks yet to materialize between President Donald Trump and Democratic leaders. The threat of a government shutdown…

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California’s Mid-Decade Redistricting Battle: A Look Back at Newsom’s Bold Move

California’s Mid-Decade Redistricting Battle: A Look Back at Newsom’s Bold Move

California’s Mid-Decade Redistricting Battle: A Look Back at Newsom’s Bold Move In a significant political maneuver from a few years ago, California Democrats, led by Governor Gavin Newsom, unveiled a controversial proposal for a new congressional map. This aggressive redistricting plan aimed to secure up to five additional U.S. House seats for the Democratic party, directly challenging Republican efforts in states like Texas to redrawn their own electoral lines. The initiative was a direct response to what Newsom termed an…

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Texas Redistricting Battle: Austin Voters Divided Amidst GOP Push for Mid-Decade Map Changes

Texas Redistricting Battle: Austin Voters Divided Amidst GOP Push for Mid-Decade Map Changes

Texas Redistricting Battle: Austin Voters Divided Amidst GOP Push for Mid-Decade Map Changes A contentious mid-decade redistricting effort by Texas Republicans, reportedly at the behest of former President Donald Trump, is sparking outrage and accusations of voter suppression. The proposed map threatens to significantly alter Central Texas’ 37th Congressional District, currently represented by Democrat Rep. Lloyd Doggett, by fragmenting it into four neighboring districts, three of which are held by Republicans. Critics, including Democratic Rep. Greg Casar, argue that the…

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George Santos Begins Seven-Year Federal Prison Sentence for Fraud

George Santos Begins Seven-Year Federal Prison Sentence for Fraud

George Santos Begins Seven-Year Federal Prison Sentence for Fraud Former U.S. Representative George Santos has reported to a federal prison in Fairton, New Jersey, on Friday to begin serving his seven-year sentence for fraud charges. The federal Bureau of Prisons confirmed that Santos, who was ousted from Congress, is now in custody at the Federal Correctional Institution. Santos pleaded guilty last summer to federal wire fraud and aggravated identity theft charges, which involved deceiving donors and stealing identities to fund…

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GOP Lawmakers Face Scrutiny for Voting Against Bills They Supported During Trump’s Second Term

GOP Lawmakers Face Scrutiny for Voting Against Bills They Supported During Trump’s Second Term

GOP Lawmakers Face Scrutiny for Voting Against Bills They Supported During Trump’s Second Term A perplexing trend among Republican lawmakers during former President Donald Trump’s second term saw them frequently voting for legislation they publicly criticized, only to later introduce measures to repeal or amend parts of it. This pattern, highlighted by actions such as Senator Josh Hawley’s move to undo Medicaid cuts just two weeks after voting for a bill containing them, underscores the complex political calculations at play….

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Trump Strikes Deal, Crypto Legislation Set for House Vote Today

Trump Strikes Deal, Crypto Legislation Set for House Vote Today

Trump Strikes Deal, Crypto Legislation Set for House Vote Today President Donald Trump announced late Tuesday that he has reached an agreement with Republican members of Congress, clearing the path for crucial crypto legislation to advance in the House of Representatives today, July 16, 2025. This breakthrough follows an earlier setback on Tuesday when a procedural vote on a package including three crypto measures failed due to opposition from a dozen House Republicans. Trump, in a post on Truth Social,…

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Bitcoin Soars Past $123,000 as US Congress Kicks Off Landmark ‘Crypto Week’

Bitcoin Soars Past $123,000 as US Congress Kicks Off Landmark ‘Crypto Week’

Bitcoin Soars Past $123,000 as US Congress Kicks Off Landmark ‘Crypto Week’ Bitcoin has shattered records, surging past $123,000 this Monday, marking a significant milestone as the cryptocurrency market experiences unprecedented growth. This latest peak follows a rapid ascent from approximately $108,000 just a week prior, solidifying Bitcoin’s position as the fifth most valuable asset globally with a market capitalization exceeding $2.4 trillion, surpassing even Amazon. The dramatic price movement coincides with a landmark “crypto week” in the U.S. Congress,…

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Trump’s Landmark Second-Term Bill: A Timeline of Its Immediate and Future Impact

Trump’s Landmark Second-Term Bill: A Timeline of Its Immediate and Future Impact

Trump’s Landmark Second-Term Bill: A Timeline of Its Immediate and Future Impact Just days after President Donald Trump signed his landmark tax and spending cuts bill into law on July 4, marking the first major legislative achievement of his second term, the public is eager to understand its sweeping implications. Approved by Congressional Republicans despite broad Democratic opposition and some internal GOP concerns, this comprehensive package is set to reshape critical aspects of the nation’s fiscal and social landscape. The…

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Hakeem Jeffries Delivers Record-Breaking Speech Against Trump’s ‘Immoral’ Megabill

Hakeem Jeffries Delivers Record-Breaking Speech Against Trump’s ‘Immoral’ Megabill

Hakeem Jeffries Delivers Record-Breaking Speech Against Trump’s ‘Immoral’ Megabill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries made history on Thursday, July 3, 2025, delivering an unprecedented 8-hour, 44-minute speech on the House floor. His marathon address aimed to delay and vehemently oppose President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax cut and spending bill, which Jeffries branded as an “immoral document” that would devastate American families. Taking the podium just before 5 a.m. ET, Jeffries utilized the ‘magic-minute’ procedure, typically reserved for House leadership, to…

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House Passes Sweeping Tax and Medicaid Bill; Trump Poised for Independence Day Signing

House Passes Sweeping Tax and Medicaid Bill; Trump Poised for Independence Day Signing

House Passes Sweeping Tax and Medicaid Bill; Trump Poised for Independence Day Signing The House of Representatives has passed President Donald Trump’s signature legislative package, a sweeping bill encompassing significant tax reductions and changes to Medicaid, sending it to the President’s desk for an anticipated signing on Independence Day. The final vote, which occurred late on July 3, marks a major legislative victory for the Trump administration and House Republicans, who pushed the $3.3 trillion domestic agenda through Congress despite…

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Fact Check: Unpacking the New Tax Bill’s Real Impact on Social Security for Seniors

Fact Check: Unpacking the New Tax Bill’s Real Impact on Social Security for Seniors

Fact Check: Unpacking the New Tax Bill’s Real Impact on Social Security for Seniors As a significant new tax and spending cut package moves through Congress, former President Donald Trump continues to assert that the legislation will completely eliminate taxes on federal Social Security benefits. However, a closer look at the proposed bills reveals this claim to be a substantial overstatement. Instead of a full elimination, both the House and Senate have passed their own versions of a temporary tax…

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Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Nears House Vote Amid Fierce Debate

Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Nears House Vote Amid Fierce Debate

Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Nears House Vote Amid Fierce Debate A contentious tax and spending bill, championed by former President Donald Trump as his ‘big, beautiful bill,’ is on the brink of a House of Representatives vote. The sweeping legislation, which Republicans are pushing to pass, aims to make permanent tax cuts enacted during Trump’s first term, introduce new exemptions for tips, overtime, and car loan interest, and allocate substantial funding for mass deportations of undocumented immigrants. To offset costs,…

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Breaking: House Bill Threatens Residential Solar Industry, Job Cuts Feared

Breaking: House Bill Threatens Residential Solar Industry, Job Cuts Feared

Breaking: House Bill Threatens Residential Solar Industry, Job Cuts Feared WASHINGTON – The U.S. House of Representatives is poised to advance a sweeping tax and spending cut bill that industry experts warn could devastate the residential solar sector and lead to significant job losses. The proposed legislation, which already passed the Senate, targets crucial clean energy incentives, most notably eliminating the 30% tax credit for rooftop residential solar by year-end. The move directly contradicts the Biden administration’s Inflation Reduction Act,…

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Musk Intensifies Debt Bill Fight, Vows to Oust GOP Backers as Senate Votes Proceed

Musk Intensifies Debt Bill Fight, Vows to Oust GOP Backers as Senate Votes Proceed

Musk Intensifies Debt Bill Fight, Vows to Oust GOP Backers as Senate Votes Proceed Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has escalated his campaign against President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending legislation, labeling it a “DEBT SLAVERY bill” and directly challenging Republicans who support it. Musk’s strong condemnation comes as the Senate is actively voting on numerous amendments to the controversial bill, part of a reconciliation process designed to allow its passage without Democratic support. Musk, a significant donor…

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Senate GOP Bill: CBO Warns of Over $3 Trillion Debt Hike as Vote Nears

Senate GOP Bill: CBO Warns of Over $3 Trillion Debt Hike as Vote Nears

Senate GOP Bill: CBO Warns of Over $3 Trillion Debt Hike as Vote Nears A comprehensive Senate Republican bill, poised for an imminent vote, is projected to add over $3 trillion to the national debt, according to a recent analysis by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). This sweeping legislation includes hundreds of provisions, notably extended and expanded tax cuts alongside significant reductions to crucial programs such as Medicaid and food benefits. The CBO’s detailed 10-year budget assessment, released Sunday, provides…

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Trump’s Spending Bill Nears Final Senate Showdown Amid Democratic Delay Tactics

Trump’s Spending Bill Nears Final Senate Showdown Amid Democratic Delay Tactics

Trump’s Spending Bill Nears Final Senate Showdown Amid Democratic Delay Tactics The U.S. Senate is poised for a critical final vote today on President Donald Trump’s ambitious budget and spending bill, following a weekend marked by a key procedural victory for the White House and intense Democratic opposition. After narrowly advancing the legislation late Saturday night with a 51-49 vote, President Trump swiftly declared a “GREAT VICTORY” on Truth Social, even as the bill faces further scrutiny and an anticipated…

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Senate Deadlock Threatens Trump’s Sweeping Tax and Spending Bill in High-Stakes Weekend Vote

Senate Deadlock Threatens Trump’s Sweeping Tax and Spending Bill in High-Stakes Weekend Vote

Senate Deadlock Threatens Trump’s Sweeping Tax and Spending Bill in High-Stakes Weekend Vote WASHINGTON – The Senate is locked in a tense, prolonged Saturday evening session, as President Donald Trump’s ambitious package of tax breaks, spending cuts, and bolstered deportation funds faces a critical procedural vote ahead of his self-imposed July Fourth deadline. The proceedings have ground to a halt for over two hours, prompting Vice President JD Vance’s arrival to potentially break a tie, while Republican senators huddle in…

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Trump’s Signature Bill on Brink as Senate Vote Looms Amidst GOP Defections

Trump’s Signature Bill on Brink as Senate Vote Looms Amidst GOP Defections

Trump’s Signature Bill on Brink as Senate Vote Looms Amidst GOP Defections President Trump’s ambitious budget bill faced a critical juncture on Saturday, with the White House issuing a strong plea for its passage, warning that failure would constitute an ‘ultimate betrayal.’ However, the legislation’s fate hangs precariously in the Senate, where a procedural vote, pushed by Republicans for Saturday, was expected to set the stage for a tense showdown. Senate Majority Leader John Thune reportedly characterized the plans for…

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