Articles tagged: Budget

Fact Check: Under Donald Trump, Did U.S. Accrue 25% of National Debt?

The federal debt rose trillions during the Republican's time four years in office, albeit amid major borrowings as a result of the pandemic.

Kevin McCarthy Fact Checked With Trump's Massive Addition to National Debt

The former president added nearly 25 percent to the national debt during his four years in office.

US House won't raise debt limit without spending cuts, says Republican leader Kevin McCarthy

McCarthy, a close ally of former president Donald Trump, said President Joe Biden's policies added trillions of dollars of debt to the US fiscal portfolio, which he argued had also caused the inflation crisis

WSJ Opinion: A Close Look at the Cracks in the U.S. Debt Ceiling

Journal Editorial Report: Paul Gigot interviews former Trump White House economist Kevin Hassett. Images: AP/Zuma Press Composite: Mark Kelly

Fact Check: Did Donald Trump Lift Debt Ceiling With No Spending Cuts?

As House Republicans wrangle cuts, one commentator claimed that former President Donald Trump never had to negotiate cuts.

EPA needs to be rebuilt, not nickel and dimed to death with budget cuts

The Republican plan to raise the nation’s borrowing authority by cutting federal spending would cap the EPA budget at a level that would devastate the agency’s efforts to rebuild after decades of eroding resources and the attacks of the Trump years. EPA spending in real dollars in 2020 was less than half what it had…

Fox News Host Confronts Ted Cruz on Votes to Raise Debt Limit Under Trump

Congress raised the debt ceiling three times under Donald Trump with little or no spending cuts required.

'He's finished!' Steve Bannon demands 'disgusting' Mike Johnson be removed as speaker

Former President Donald Trump's longtime strategist Steve Bannon raged against House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) after the House voted to temporarily avert a government shutdown on Thursday."I mean, it's disgusting," said Bannon on his "War Room" show. "Johnson ... suspended, you know, the two third...

Biden campaign: House’s conservative caucus budget is pulled from Trump’s 2025 wish list

President Biden’s reelection campaign argued Wednesday that the Republican Study Committee’s (RSC) budget proposal was pulled straight from former President Trump’s wish list for another term. The group, which comprises nearly 80 percent of all House Republicans, called for raising the retirement age for those not near retirement “to account for increases in life expectancy” in its…

Nostalgic for the Trump years? That’s because his draconian budget cuts never passed.

Trump wound up managing a country with a Republican approach to taxes and a Democratic approach to spending.

Mike 'Johnson is owned by the Democrats'

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) accused Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) of being “owned by the Democrats” in a Sunday interview. Asked why she thinks Johnson would not “defund Jack Smith,” referring to the special counsel who brought two indictments against President Trump, Greene said, “Mike Johnson is owned by the Democrats, and that proved to…

Trump plan has steep price tag

Welcome to The Hill’s Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy   The Big Story  Trump plan has $4 trillion price tag: analysis Former President Trump’s spending and tax proposals could add more than $4 trillion to the nation’s deficits over a decade, according to an analysis released Monday. © AP…

Mike Johnson Delivers Bad News to Donald Trump on Government Shutdown

The short-term bill is expected to get a vote on the House floor this week as Congress faces a Sept. 30 shutdown deadline.

US Congress Averts Shutdown With Temporary Funding Measure Until December

The US Congress has passed a temporary funding measure to keep government agencies operational until December 20, thereby avoiding a government shutdown. The measure includes an additional $231 million for the Secret Service following assassination attempts against Donald Trump. However, a final spending agreement remains far from certain, with tough negotiations expected post-election.

US national debt could rise under Harris - but would surge under Trump - report

The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget found a second Donald Trump presidency could heap billions of dollars more onto the US national debt.

U.S. Fiscal Woes: Deficit Hits $1.833 Trillion Amid Rising Interest Costs

The U.S. budget deficit soared to $1.833 trillion for fiscal 2024, the third-largest in history. Rising interest costs and increased spending on Social Security, health care, and military contributed to this spike. A fiscal gap of 6.4% GDP raises election challenges for Kamala Harris against Donald Trump.

Trump floats ending the federal income tax. Here’s what that would mean

After promising to eliminate taxes on tips, Social Security benefits and overtime pay, former President Donald Trump is taking aim at the largest levy of them all — the federal income tax.

Comptroller Brad Lander

Lander gave the bleak assessment at a press conference announcing a report on the impacts of the 2024 elections — saying that if Trump cuts federal funding, key infrastructure projects, schools and housing could be imperiled.

Musk, Vivek face target-rich environment for wacky regs and waste

Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency partner Vivek Ramaswamy are compiling a list of Uncle Sam’s biggest boondoggles for Donald Trump.

Government funding plan collapses as Trump makes new demands

President-elect Donald Trump abruptly rejected a bipartisan plan Wednesday to prevent a Christmastime government shutdown, instead telling House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republicans to essentially renegotiate — days before a deadline when federal funding runs out.

Senators Baffled as Trump, Musk Throw Last-Minute Wrench Into Spending Plan

Democratic and Republican senators were stunned when Trump and Musk tanked a bipartisan agreement to avoid a government shutdown.

Trump wants US spending bill rejected, shutdown odds up

Donald Trump and JD Vance want US lawmakers to pass a different temporary spending bill to the one...

House rejects Trump-backed plan on government shutdown

The House has resoundingly rejected President-elect Donald Trump’s new plan to fund federal operations and suspend the debt ceiling a day before a government shutdown.

U.S. House Passes Stopgap Funding Bill Amid Trump Debt Ceiling Push

The Republican-led House passed a funding bill to avert a government shutdown, contradicting Trump's push for a debt ceiling hike. The bill, extending funding until March 14, allocates disaster and farm aid. Democrats agree on the package despite removing controversial elements.

House approves funding bill and sends to Senate hours before government shutdown deadline

Hours to go before a midnight government shutdown, the House approved a new plan late Friday from Speaker Mike Johnson that would temporarily fund federal operations and disaster aid, but drops President-elect Donald Trump’s demands for a debt limit increase into the new year.

Debt Ceiling Drama: Trump's Take on Political Missteps

Donald Trump criticized the 2023 debt ceiling extension, labeling it a major political blunder. As Republicans prepare to control Congress, they may push for spending cuts. Without addressing the debt limit, the U.S. risks default, potentially impacting global markets and credit ratings.

Trump's Tariff Tango: Reshaping Trade Ties

President Trump plans to announce reciprocal tariffs aimed at reshaping global trade to benefit the U.S. He suggests a broad effort, possibly targeting various countries, to address trade imbalances and budget issues. This move aligns with his campaign promise and faces mixed economic responses.

Trump and Musk's Radical Government Overhaul

President Trump, with Elon Musk, aims to radically transform the U.S. government by downsizing the civil service and cutting spending. His plans, which include closing agencies like the U.S. Agency for International Development, have sparked controversy and face legal challenges. The focus is on eliminating fraudulent payments.

Trump administration cutting 90% of USAID foreign aid contracts, documents show

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration said Wednesday it is eliminating more than 90% of the U.S. Agency for International Development’s foreign aid contracts and $60 billion in overall U.S. assistance around the world.

Judge orders Trump administration to pay nearly $2 billion in USAID and State Dept. debts

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Thursday gave the Trump administration until Monday to pay nearly $2 billion in debts to partners of the U.S.

Trump lauds House spending bill, urges GOP united front

President Donald Trump said it is "very important" that there is no dissent from House Republicans and urged them all to vote in favor of the funding bil.

Johns Hopkins laying off more than 2,000 workers after dramatic cut in USAID funding

Johns Hopkins University announced Thursday that it will be cutting more than 2,000 jobs after it lost $800 million in funding from the US Agency for International Development amid the Trump administration’s effort to significantly downsize the federal government.

Senate passes six-month funding bill hours before shutdown deadline

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate passed a six-month spending bill on Friday hours before a government shutdown, overcoming sharp Democratic opposition to the measure and sending it to President Donald Trump to be signed into law. The vote was 54-46.

Internal Trump administration document reveals massive budget cut proposal for federal health agencies

The Trump administration is formulating plans to cut roughly a third of the federal health budget, eliminate dozens of programs and vastly whittle down health agencies, according to an internal document reviewed by CNN.

Scientists fear Trump administration cuts to NIH could impact the health of Americans for generations

Former National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Francis Collins, who abruptly left his NIH research lab in February, fears aggressive downsizing could impact Americans' health.

Pass the tax-slashing budget bill fast

President Trump met with Speaker Mike Johnson on Monday to discuss the budget reconciliation bill, which would make his 2017 tax cuts, set to expire at the end of the year, permanent.

Health News Brief: Budget Cuts, Rising Measles, and Medical Advancements

The Trump administration proposes significant budget cuts affecting health and research sectors. Texas reports 683 measles cases amid nationwide outbreaks. Medical device demand boosts Stryker's earnings. The FDA reviews weight-loss drugs, while Neuralink's device for speech restoration gains breakthrough status. Thailand faces its first anthrax death in decades.

Trump’s 2026 NASA budget would slash ISS crew and allocate more money for Elon

President Trump’s proposed budget for 2026 includes cutting about a quarter of NASA’s budget while prioritizing commercial partnerships for future space flights.

Trump reportedly eyes $26m in funding cuts for US national parks

New York Times reports Elon Musk’s Doge agency has created spreadsheet of federal grants earmarked for cuts

Trump's budget cuts could halt decades of progress in space science

Trump's proposed NASA budget cuts could put the very future of space exploration at risk and that's not okay.

Republican Revolt Reflects a Core Party Divide Over Spending and Debt

Whether the ultraconservatives dig in and force big changes to the megabill carrying President Trump’s agenda or capitulate, as they have in the past, will determine the fate of their party’s signature legislation.

Trump's Tax Bill Stumbles in Congress Amid Internal GOP Conflicts

President Trump's tax bill encountered an obstacle in Congress as hardline Republicans, insisting on further spending cuts, blocked its progress. The bill's potential to increase the federal debt strained its passage, prompting a credit downgrade from Moody's. Congressional divisions continue to challenge Trump's legislative agenda.

Key GOP holdout on Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' calls for deeper cuts to Medicaid, 'Green New Deal' spending

A key House Republican holdout on President Trump's "big, beautiful bill" to provide tax cuts, border security, defense spending and green energy clawbacks is still calling for deeper spending cuts to chip away at the national debt -- as the legislation heads for a critical vote Sunday.

Republicans Scramble to Revive Tax Cut and Border Security Bill

Republicans seek to revive a tax cut and border security bill after a committee rejection, led by Speaker Mike Johnson. With deficit concerns, GOP aims to address Medicaid work requirements. Former President Trump urges party unity. The bill risks adding $3.3 trillion to the national debt.

House Budget Committee plans late Sunday vote on 'Big Beautiful Bill"

The House Budget Committee has scheduled a rare Sunday night session in an attempt to advance President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act."

U.S. Bond Yields Spike Amid Fiscal Concerns and Trump's Tax Bill Impact

U.S. bond yields hit a 19-month high, driven by fiscal concerns and President Trump's tax bill. The bond market saw soft demand, with 20-year bond sales sparking fears over U.S. debt. Stock markets experienced mixed results, and the U.S. dollar gained amidst global economic uncertainty.

"Emperor has no clothes!": Paul's problems with Trump's "Beautiful" bill may spell trouble in Senate

The senator from Kentucky says Trump's cost-cutting bill will actually supercharge the deficit.

Expert: Economic downturn could trump impacts of federal funding cuts to Mass.

Doug Howgate, president of the Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation, testified before lawmakers about the scale of funding at risk under the Trump administration...

Trump’s presidency has only seen federal spending rise so far

The widely publicized cuts of the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under Elon Musk have failed to prevent more of the same. Volatile federal tax revenue and high social security spending continue.

Trump's "one big beautiful bill" holdout Sen. Rand Paul says "the math doesn't really add up"

GOP Sen. Rand Paul said Sunday that "the math doesn't really add up" on the cost of President Trump's "one big beautiful bill," outlining his opposition as the legislation moves to the Senate this week.

US budget chief calls fears that cuts to benefits will lead to deaths ‘totally ridiculous’

Russ Vought dismisses fears that Trump’s sweeping tax-cut bill will slash federal safety net programs

'I can't take it anymore': Elon Musk slams Trump-backed US public spending plan

The spending bill has the potential to add trillions to the national debt and budget deficit.

White House Launches Another Assault on Science Funding, Targeting NSF, EPA

The Trump administration is targeting still more federal science funding, this time more than $30 billion at the Environmental Protection Agency, the National Science Foundation and other agencies

NASA begins push to slash workforce with more staff buyouts, early retirements as budget cuts loom

NASA employees have until July 25 to decide if they'll stay or go.

Lockheed Martin shares sank as much as 7% after a report that the Pentagon is halving F-35 requests for the Air Force

The defense contractor's shares fell on Wednesday amid a report that the Pentagon was only requesting 24 F-35s from Congress.

The GOP's massive bill would benefit the rich the most -- while hitting the poor

The top 10% of earners in the U.S. would see the biggest gains under the GOP tax and spending package, according to congressional forecasters, but those at the bottom of the income ladder would be worse off.

Major student-loan repayment changes are one step closer for parents, grad students, and millions more borrowers

The Senate's version of Trump's big spending bill doubles down on condensing income-driven repayment plans and places caps on some student loans.

Democrats slam military parade as Trump's multimillion-dollar 'birthday party'

As Washington prepares to celebrate the 250th birthday of the Army on Saturday, lawmakers are speaking out on what could be an astronomical cost for the parade.

WATCH: ‘It felt overwhelming’: Michael Strahan on his 1st day at ‘GMA’

Michael Strahan reflected on his start as he wrapped up at Times Square Studio.

WATCH: Robin Roberts reflects on her 1st day at ‘Good Morning America’

In her last week at GMA’s Times Square Studio, Roberts looked back at her first day at the anchor desk.

What happens to DOGE without Elon Musk?

Elon Musk may be gone from the Trump administration — and his friendship status with President Donald Trump may be at best uncertain — but his whirlwind stint in government certainly left its imprint.  The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), his pet g…

Should colleges share the risk of student loan debt? House Republicans think so

House Republicans have a plan that would force schools to reimburse the government for a share of the federal loans their students don't repay.

Those Who Would Be King

Trump’s June 14 spectacle is an exploitation of the military for personal and political gain. Will No King protests make a dent?

Trump’s changing opinion on military parades costs

We compare and contrast US President Donald Trump cancelling a proposed military parade in 2018 for being too costly wit

Social Security benefits face big cuts in 2033, unless Congress acts

Trustees of the Social Security trust fund predict the fund will be exhausted in eight years. Unless Congress acts, Social Security payments will automatically drop by 23% at that time.

This federal program helps track America's ecosystems. Trump's budget would gut it

Buried in the Trump administration's proposed 2026 budget is the near elimination of something called the Ecosystems Mission Area. It's a program that monitors living things and the health of the land and water they inhabit. NPR's Ari Daniel reports that care…

Trump’s big, beautiful bill has a price paid in blood

While public attention has largely been focused on the Middle East and on President Donald Trump’s immigration policy, Republicans in Congress are on the verge of passing massive Medicaid cuts as part of a budget bill that could lead to millions of Americans …

Republicans Keep Making Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Worse

Senate Republicans have started the process of passing Trump’s big bill, which will cut taxes for the rich and slash $930 billion from Medicaid

Will The ‘Beautiful’ Bill Increase The Deficit?

There is a good chance that the Senate passes President Trump’s budget, which according to the independent (CBO) will swell the deficit by close to USD 3trn.

Senate Plans To Vote On Trump’s Signature Spending Bill Today—What To Know As Elon Musk Blasts Draft

The measure has gone through several revisions as Republicans have sparred over provisions ahead of the bill’s July 4 deadline.

Senate Republicans vote to advance Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

The US president's sweeping tax cut and spending bill clears first hurdle in the Senate.

Investors piled out of U.S. bond funds in Q2, but long-term Treasuries may soon get relief

The Federal Reserve has moved to boost bank participation in the bond market.

NASA budget cuts threaten Europe's already troubled flagship Mars rover

NASA was to supply some critical technologies for the mission, which Europe may not be able to readily replace.

US Senate begins debate on Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

Forecaster says the bill would cut health cover for 11.8 million people and increase deficit by $3.3 trillion.

US Senate Republicans struggle to push Trump's budget bill over finish line

As it stands, Republicans in the Senate are yet to convince key holdouts to support Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

US Air Force will shift funds from a nuclear missile program for $400 million refit on Trump's Qatar jet

The Pentagon is set to use funds from the US's Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile program to refit a jet gifted to Trump by Qatar.

Trump administration freezes $6.8 billion in federal education funds; California hit hard

The Trump administration freezes funding that education officials estimated at $6.5 billion — as feds evaluate 'priorities and ... statutory requirements.'

The Trump admin is withholding over $6 billion in education grants for schools

The federal grant funding traditionally goes out by July 1. It includes support for migrant education, after-school programs and English language learners.

The GOP's massive bill would add trillions of dollars to the country's debt

The GOP tax cut and spending bill passed by the Senate this week is expected to add trillions of dollars to the federal debt over the next decade. The savings would mostly go to top earners.

These Senate changes to Trump's agenda bill could be sticking points in House

All eyes are now on the House after the Senate narrowly passed a major tax cut and spending bill that is the centerpiece of President Donald Trump's agenda.

Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill bankrolls $85M Space Shuttle shuffle

NASA science might be cut, but cash can be found to move a 'space vehicle' from museum to museum Lurking in the text contained within the One Big Beautiful Bill, which was passed by the US Senate yesterday, is an $85 million allocation for shifting a "space v…

What Trump’s massive bill would actually do, explained

Republicans are close to passing President Donald Trump’s so-called One Big Beautiful Bill, which will cut taxes, slash programs for low-income Americans, ramp up funding for mass deportation, and penalize the solar and wind energy industries. Oh, and it adds…

4 ways Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' could impact your wallet

The "Big Beautiful Bill" is set to become law. Here's what it means for taxes, Medicaid, student loan forgiveness, and more.

The 'Big Beautiful Bill' is headed to Trump's desk

After weeks of work, the House passed the Senate version of the megabill on Thursday, sending it to Trump's desk to sign.

When will you feel the effects of Trump's megabill?

The cuts from the federal spending bill will affect millions of Americans, particularly vulnerable populations. But some of those impacts won't be felt for some time.

Analysis-Trump extends his political power with 'big, beautiful' win in Congress

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -As U.S. President Donald Trump worked to pass his signature spending bill, he blended charm and threats, bestowed gifts and bellowed...

10 Thursday AM Reads

My morning WFB (work from beach) reads: • US dollar suffers worst start to year since 1973: Donald Trump’s trade policies and rising debt levels have sparked decline of more than 10% in first half of 2025, US dollar suffers worst start to year since 1973 (Fin…

Will Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ help grow the US economy?

Donald Trump says his sweeping tax cuts will grow the economy. But, critics say the bill will increase national debt.

Trump to sign controversial spending bill during White House 4th of July celebrations

President Donald Trump will be celebrating the Fourth of July by signing his massive spending bill that narrowly passed in Congress this week.

Why some economists say the deficit increase in Trump’s bill is dangerous

The CBO says it would add $3.4 trillion to the deficit over the next decade.

Trump to sign sweeping tax and spending bill into law

A signing ceremony at the White House on Friday afternoon will kick off celebrations for 4 July.

Elon Musk revives third party idea after ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ passes

The billionaire Tesla founder has clashed with President Donald Trump over the bill's increase to the US deficit.

Trump claims victory as he signs controversial budget and tax bill into law

The bill extends tax cuts, slices welfare programmes and surges immigration funds in a victory for Trump's agenda.

When will Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ take effect? Here’s what comes next

Donald Trump’s bill will raise top-tier wealth, erode healthcare for poor people and raise the deficit by $3 trillion.

Trump Signs Signature Policy Bill On His July 4 Deadline

The bill passed the House 218-214 Thursday, with two Republicans joining Democrats voting against the bill.

Student Loan Repayment Plans Will Last as Long as Most Mortgages. How Much the New Budget Bill Will Cost You

Monthly payments could drop, but most borrowers will pay more in interest over time. What to expect now that President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" is law.

Trump wants a sovereign wealth fund for the US — the CEO of the world's largest says it's not so simple

Political instability and funding issues are major challenges that need to be overcome, the CEO of Norway's sovereign fund said.

What we know so far about how federal job cuts could play out

Federal agencies could choose to fire workers en masse or offer options like buyouts. Here's what we know about how and when it could happen.

Janet Yellen on the Danger of a “Banana Republic” Economy

On The New Yorker Radio Hour, the former Treasury Secretary and chair of the Federal Reserve discusses the budget bill, the exploding deficit, and why Donald Trump is so desperate for lower interest rates.

Going to Space Is Overrated Anyway

Trump wants to slash NASA’s budget. A Real World star will lead the agency. But everything’s okay!

Senate set to debate cuts to NPR, PBS and foreign aid

The Senate voted by a razor-thin margin late Tuesday to advance debate on a package of funding cuts requested by President Trump that would claw back $1.1 billion previously allocated to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Senate approves cuts to NPR, PBS and foreign aid programs

The Senate voted to approve a $9 billion rescission package aimed at clawing back money already allocated for public radio and television.

NASA workers plan 'Moon Day' protest on July 20 to oppose mass layoffs, budget cuts. 'This year has been an utter nightmare that has not stopped.'

Workers from within NASA will protest the space agency leadership's "preemptive over-compliance" of the White House's proposed budget, gutting science and eliminating jobs.

Week in Politics: Trump claws back $9B from public broadcasting and foreign aid

President Trump celebrated another legislative win, clawing back $9 billion from public broadcasting and foreign aid. And the fallout continues over the administration's handling of the Epstein case.

A Test Case for Future Funding Cuts

Panelists joined to discuss Trump’s request to cancel $9 billion in already-approved federal funding.

Schools face uncertainty with budget cuts, but some welcome funding reevaluation

As a new school year approaches, multiple school systems around the country told ABC News that a Department of Education funding freeze is causing confusion.

'NASA is under attack.' Space agency employees and lawmakers protest mass layoffs, science cuts amid budget turmoil

NASA employees and allies protested sweeping science cuts they say are gutting the agency from within. As Congress pushes back on NASA leadership, workers warn the damage is already underway — and the future of U.S. space exploration is at risk.

Artemis 2 astronauts stress importance of their moon mission as NASA faces budget, workforce cuts: 'We have to move the needle.'

NASA's next moon astronauts underscored the importance of their upcoming Artemis 2 mission despite a turbulent time for the space agency full of budget cuts and workforce reductions.

ICE’s Mind-Bogglingly Massive Blank Check

Congress has appropriated billions with few strings attached, creating a likely windfall for well-connected firms.

Corporation for Public Broadcasting announces it will shut down after Trump, Congress cut funding

NASA Budget Cuts Could Halt Space Missions, Climate Research, Experts Warn

NASA faces historic budget cuts that could shutter missions and stall vital research, prompting a bipartisan outcry from all of the agency’s living former science chiefs.

PBS is slashing its budget in response to Trump’s attack on public media

Now that Congress has passed a bill that will defund the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, PBS is taking drastic measures to stay alive. In an email sent out to PBS station managers on Wednesday, PBS president and CEO Paula Kerger announced that the organi…

CBO Confirms Trump Budget Law Will Trigger Over $500 Billion in Automatic Medicare Cuts

Tax breaks for billionaires are set to force over half a trillion dollars in Medicare cuts.

Trump Touts 'Incredible' Tariff Strategy After Congressional Budget Office Projects $4 Trillion Deficit Cut, Even As Economists Warn Of Slower Growth

On Friday, President Donald Trump celebrated a Congressional Budget Office report projecting that his sweeping tariffs will reduce U.S. deficits by $4 trillion over the next decade, even as analysts caution the levies could weigh on economic growth and face l…

WATCH: Trump cuts nearly $5B of foreign aid

President Donald Trump told Congress that he will slash $4.9 billion of congressionally-approved USAID and State Department foreign aid funding.

Trump blocks $4.9B in foreign aid Congress OK'd, using maneuver last seen nearly 50 years ago

President Donald Trump has told House Speaker Mike Johnson that he won't be spending $4.9 billion in congressionally approved foreign aid, effectively...

Trump Invokes Rare Move—Pushing Country One Step Closer to Shutdown

MiB: Mark Zandi, chief economist of Moody’s Analytics

This week, I speak with Mark Zandi, chief economist of Moody’s Analytics, a subsidiary of Moody’s Corp. Dr. Zandi is a cofounder of Economy.com, which Moody’s purchased in 2005. He currently hosts the “Inside Economics” podcast. We discusse the state of the U…

Trump seeks to cut $5bn in congressionally approved foreign aid

White House seeks to run out clock on funding after already slashing billions in aid in move decried as overreach.

Tick tock: Congress has 14 legislative days to stop a government shutdown.

Congressional lawmakers return to D.C. with a massive September agenda, including efforts to avoid a government shutdown and a debate on whether to change the rules for confirming nominees.

Ray Dalio says America’s ‘debt-induced heart attack’ will happen under Trump 2.0—and no one’s brave enough to stop it

"I think that what is happening now politically and socially is analogous to what happened around the world in the 1930-40 period," he said.

Congress is back in session: 2 things to watch in September

Members of Congress are back in Washington, D.C., following their summer recess. Yahoo Finance Washington Correspondent Ben Werschkul discusses two things...

Sky-high budget gap: FAA launches air traffic overhaul, lacks cash to finish it

Agency wants a single private integrator to herd 74K bits of kit with only 40% of the funding so far Get ready to start flying American skies with a renewed sense of confidence, at least eventually, as the Federal Aviation Administration has finally decided t…

PBS cuts 15% of jobs in wake of federal funding cut

After Congress clawed back public media funding PBS cuts 15% of its staff. More than 100 jobs jobs are being lost.

Jobs slowdown seals Fed rate cut as White House criticizes Powell for not acting sooner

A weak jobs report released Friday likely sealed an interest rate cut at the Federal Reserve's next policy meeting this month, as the Trump administration...

House GOP Tries 'Re-Branding' Medicaid Cuts

The Republican Party's massive budget law has shown itself to be decidedly unpopular with voters, as polls consistently show Americans opposed to its $1 trillion in cuts to Medicaid. Because of this, reported Punchbowl News' Jake Sherman, US President Donald …

White House seeks stopgap government funding until Jan. 31, No. 2 House Republican says

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The White House is seeking legislation that would extend current federal funding until January 31, avoiding a partial government...

US economy added 911,000 fewer jobs than previously reported

The revision, a routine step, comes weeks after Trump fired BLS commissioner.

U.S. ‘Golden Dome’ Missile Shield Is Short on Details—but Not on Cash

A sweeping U.S. missile defense program comes with many risks, costs and uncertainties, analysts say

White House wants to undo Washington D.C. spending cap inadvertently passed by Congress

The budget fix seems to be coming as President Trump has made nice with D.C. Mayor Bowser after she signed an order to continue cooperation with federal law ...

Shutdown talk heats up as Democrats insist on stopping health care cuts

A deadline looming, Congress charged Monday toward a federal government shutdown as Republicans brush back Democratic demands to save health care funding...

Republicans release 7-week spending bill as Democrats warn of a potential shutdown

House Republicans released a short-term spending bill to fund the government until late November but Democrats are calling for further changes.

Republicans unveil a bill to fund the government through Nov. 21. Democrats call it partisan

House Republicans unveiled Tuesday a stopgap spending bill that would keep federal agencies funded through Nov. 21, daring Democrats to block it knowing that...

US House advances stopgap spending bill to avert government shutdown

The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday cleared the way for a vote later this week on a stopgap funding measure to avert a...

Democrats release counteroffer to avert shutdown while House advances GOP plan

House Republicans advanced their own plan earlier Wednesday, moving one step closer to funding the government without provisions sought by Democrats.

House Speaker Johnson optimistic about vote to avert shutdown, but Democrats aren't

House Republicans plan to vote Friday morning on a short-term measure to fund the government as a shutdown deadline nears.

Democratic leaders in US Congress demand talks with Trump to avert shutdown

With funding ending in 10 days, Democrats want a deal that will extend Obamacare subsidies and reverse Medicaid cuts.

Fed Chair Powell says rising inflation and slow hiring pose 'challenging situation'

The remarks came less than a week after the Fed cut interest rates.

Sure, Let’s Try Bribes!

If taxpayers want to influence policy, maybe this is our only option.

Trump bails on meeting with Democrats to avoid shutdown

Shortly after agreeing to a meeting with Democrats to negotiate over government funding, Trump backed out.

As US government shutdown nears, Trump administration mum on contingency plans

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -With the U.S. government eight days from its 15th partial shutdown since 1981, Washington is in familiar territory with an important...

White House says to prep for mass firings if government shuts down

The warning came after Trump refused a meeting with Democrats seeking healthcare funding in budget negotiations.

Trump shutdown warning: Federal employees could lose jobs

The US president warns of mass federal layoffs if funding deal fails amid shutdown battle with Democrats.

What schools stand to lose in the battle over the next federal education budget

Education researchers warn budget proposals from the White House and House Republicans would impose steep cuts on some of the nation's most vulnerable students and disadvantaged school communities.

The US government is increasingly likely to shut down next week. Here's why.

Lawmakers must pass a funding bill by the end of September, or the government will shut down. Republicans and Democrats are at an impasse.

The “Who Writes Checks Anymore?” Edition

Plus: Disappearing employer 401(k) matches, retirement plan contributions, capital gains and housing, a possible government shutdown, FBAR shakeup, tax trivia and more.

Jeffries says he’s ‘hopeful’ a government shutdown can be avoided

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries told “This Week” anchor Martha Raddatz that he is “hopeful” a government shutdown can be avoided.

Republicans urge Democrats to agree to short-term bill to keep US government open

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Ahead of a meeting between lawmakers and President Donald Trump, the Republican leaders of Congress sought on Sunday to blame Democrats...

World of wonders: Congressional Democrats seem to have grown a spine

Party unity has broken out in the face of shutdown threats

How much extra power would a government shutdown give Trump?

Trump could use executive power to reshape federal agencies and force layoffs during a shutdown, experts say.

Here's what a government shutdown could affect around the country

A federal shutdown will impact people across the United States. NPR's network of member stations explains how these effects will be felt nationwide.

Government to shut down after midnight barring last minute breakthrough in Congress

Democrats and Republicans have been unable to resolve an impasse over federal healthcare spending. The government will shutdown at the end of the day on Tuesday barring a last-minute breakthrough.

Trump administration begins detailing shutdown plans as deadline nears

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Donald Trump's administration started detailing its plans on Monday for which services it will pause if the federal...

GOP lt. governors call on Senate Democrats to avoid shutdown

A group of Republican lieutenant governors drafted a letter to Senate leadership on Tuesday calling on Democrats in the Upper Chamber to pass a continuing...

The US government may shut down at midnight. Here's what to know

A potential shutdown of the U.S. government looms at midnight, as President Donald Trump and members of congress work toward a deal to avert it.

Congressional leaders continue blame game as clock ticks toward shutdown

As the clock ticks down towards a government shutdown, 150 House Democrats rallied on the House steps Tuesday morning ahead of a midnight government funding deadline.

Would a government shutdown hurt the economy? Experts explain

The federal government is hurtling toward a possible shutdown Tuesday night.

NASA Accused of Taking Illegal Steps to Implement Trump’s Budget Proposal

In a report titled “The Destruction of NASA’s Mission,” Senate Democrats claim NASA is preemptively carrying out “devastating” cuts by order of the Trump administration.

How a Looming Government Shutdown Could Disrupt Transportation and Cybersecurity

Federal workers across agencies are facing massive layoffs as Democrats and Republicans are in a stand off over funds.

The imminent government shutdown, briefly explained

This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: The federal government is hours away from the start of…

VP Vance blames Democrats for looming US government shutdown

Congressional Democrats and Republicans failed to reach a spending deal after meeting with US President Donald Trump.

Why is the US government on the brink of a shutdown? What will it mean?

A US government shutdown could result in layoffs of federal workers.

Trump freezes $18 billion in funding for NYC, home to key Democratic leaders

On the first day of the federal government shutdown, the Trump administration froze "roughly $18 billion" in infrastructure projects for New York City, home to two of Trump's Democratic congressional opponents. It's not the first time Trump has threatened ci…

What will Congress do after the shutdown? We asked a Republican and a Democrat

Most of the federal government is shut down after Congress failed to reach a funding agreement. We asked two House members — a Democrat and Republican — where they think talks go from here

Republicans Weigh Sweeping Cuts as Shutdown Grips Washington

Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday said the White House would quickly move to cut the federal bureaucracy. The shutdown gives Republicans an...

WATCH: The US government has shut down for the first time in nearly 7 years

The federal government is officially shut down. ABC News' Jay O'Brien explains how we got here.

How Democrats Backed Themselves Into a Shutdown

Democrats surrendered a spending fight in March—and it all but foretold the October shutdown.

The real reason Democrats forced a government shutdown

Uncle Sam has closed up shop.  The federal government shut down on Wednesday, as Congress failed to extend its annual appropriations. Now, food will go uninspected, Superfund sites uncleaned, and IRS helplines unanswered. Millions of Americans will suffer fro…

The Democrats’ shutdown strategy is terrible. Here’s a better one.

As of 12:01 am ET, the US federal government has been shut down. Workers deemed “nonessential” are staying at home, meaning that many government functions (like national parks) will be closed because of a lack of staff. “Essential” workers, ranging from soldi…

LIVE: US government shutdown starts as Trump threatens mass layoffs

The shutdown comes as Republicans fail to reach deal with Democrats concerned by steep hikes in health insurance costs.

The US government has shut down – what happens now?

Hundreds of thousands federal employees to be furloughed while others, including FBI, CIA agents, will work without pay.

A history of US government shutdowns: Every closure and how long it lasted

The US government has had 20 funding gaps, resulting in 10 shutdowns since 1976, the longest lasting 35 days.

Furloughs, closures and mass firings threats: What's next in the shutdown fight

On the first day of the government shutdown, Republicans and Democrats traded blame while a small bipartisan group of senators began to negotiate.

Trump openly threatens to use shutdown to target Democrats for cuts

The White House also said the prospect of mass firings of federal workers was "very real."

Shutdown enters day 2 with no end in sight, looming federal firings

The Senate's next votes are scheduled for Friday.

WATCH: Government shutdown enters day 2

The next vote on bills that could get federal money flowing again is not scheduled until Friday, as thousands of workers remain furloughed and many government services are at a standstill.

Fed workers say they're stressed, financially stretched by government shutdown

Some federal workers cast into limbo by the government shutdown said they are already feeling stressed over how they will make ends meet.

WIC program at risk of running out of funds if government shutdown stretches on

Some experts said WIC recipients may start to see their benefits impacted if the government stretches on for weeks.

Trump threatens to cut ‘Democratic agencies’ amid government shutdown

The US presidents meets with the White House budget director as the shutdown continues into a second day, amid impasse.

US government shutdown continues, as Trump cuts funds for Democratic states

Republicans and Democrats fail to narrow differences on spending bill, as effects of shutdown start showing.

Senate stalemate sends US shutdown into second week

Two separate funding proposals failed on Friday as mass lay-offs and sweeping cuts loom over the government.

Senate to vote again on government funding bills as shutdown reaches 3rd day

With negotiations appearing stalled, the shutdown could go through the weekend.

Why did the US government shut down?

As the US federal government shuts down, will President Trump use it to amass even more executive power?

How is the government shutdown being felt across the US?

Hundreds of thousands of employees furloughed as government closes down.

US government shutdown enters third day, expected to last past weekend

White House says it plans to cut 'thousands' of federal jobs as it freezes funding to Democratic states.

‘Will they change course?’: US Senate in stalemate over government shutdown

The third day of the US government shutdown has yielded no breakthrough as Democrats and Republicans split on spending.

Why This Shutdown May Be Different

Panelists on Washington Week With The Atlantic joined to discuss the fight to fund the government.

The Shutdown Is Sparing Trump Some Bad Economic News

The jobs report abhors a vacuum. A government shutdown prevented the Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday from issuing its monthly report on job creation, so the business press told us what the report would reveal if there were one. “U.S. Job Growth Is Slowin…

US Economy Is Already on the Edge – A Prolonged Government Shutdown Could Send It Tumbling Over

Why a protracted US shutdown could seriously damage an already faltering economy.

Kevin Hassett says 'there will be layoffs' if Trump decides shutdown talks are not progressing

Top White House economic advisor Kevin Hassett said he's hopeful lawmakers can reach an agreement to end the government shutdown before layoffs begin.

Republicans warn of pain ahead as US shutdown faces second week

Trump administration officials and top Republicans warned Sunday that Americans will increasingly feel the pain of an ongoing government budget shutdown as a...

White House threatens mass layoffs amid deepening US government shutdown

US President Donald Trump blames Democrats for looming federal layoffs as shutdown enters fifth day.

The federal government is shut down. Here's what that means across the country

The federal government is currently shut down. NPR's network is following the ways the government shutdown is affecting services across the country.

Trump to sailors on pay held back by shutdown: ‘Do not worry about it’

President Trump on Sunday told Navy sailors not to “worry about” their paychecks that are being held back by the current government shutdown. “As your...

Trump says the US has secured $17 trillion in new investments. The real number is likely much less

The White House website lists total investments at $8.8 trillion, though that figure appears to be padded with some investment commitments made during Joe...

Trump administration argues furloughed federal workers aren't guaranteed back pay

The White House says furloughed federal workers aren't automatically entitled to back pay, and Congress may have to pass a law to grant it to them.

How the government shutdown is hitting the health care system

Here's what the battle over ACA subsidies means.

Shutdowns serve as excuse for GOP and Democrats to spend more, says Sen. Ron Johnson

Sen. Ron Johnson, a Republican from Wisconsin, has a plan for how to avoid shutdown showdown negotiations, but it wouldn't be popular with Congress' "uniparty," he told NPR.

Federal government shutdown grinds into a second week, but quiet talks emerging

As the government shutdown enters a second week, there's no discernible endgame in sight.

White House memo says federal workers may not get automatic backpay: Report

The memo is seen as a pressure tactic on Democrats as the US government shutdown heads into its eighth day.

It's a bittersweet payday for federal workers: 'A lot of us are living paycheck to paycheck'

Friday's paycheck marks the financial impact of the shutdown on workers.

Consumer sentiment sours as government shutdown threatens economic damage

The fresh data marked three consecutive months of worsening shopper attitudes.

After All Those DOGE Cuts, Federal Spending Still Increased by $300 Billion

For the fiscal year that ended on September 30, the federal government spent more than $7 trillion and ran a $1.8 trillion deficit.

Firings of federal workers begin as White House seeks to pressure Democrats in government shutdown

The White House budget office said Friday that mass firings of federal workers have started in an attempt to exert more pressure on Democratic lawmakers as...

Trump directs Pentagon to use 'available funds' to pay military during shutdown

President Trump's announcement comes days before active duty members would have missed their first full paycheck as the shutdown of the federal government continues.

How Last Year’s Spending Uncertainty Complicates Government Reopening

Uncertainty about the extent to which funds from last year went unspent due to executive actions is complicating efforts to reach a deal to end the government shutdown.

White House Lays Off Thousands of Workers Amid Shutdown

As the government shutdown continues, the White House has begun firing more than 4,000 federal workers from a variety of agencies that President Donald Trump has referred to as “Democrat-oriented.” Budget director Russ Vought is also making permanent cuts to …

Who gets paid in a shutdown? For Trump, it’s the military

By protecting troops while other federal workers lose jobs, Trump draws a political line in the budget crisis

Trump administration signals it will continue mass firings as government shutdown drags on

The Office of Management and Budget said that it's "making every preparation to batten down the hatches and ride out the Democrats' intransigence."

JPL Hit With Another 550 Layoffs as NASA’s Budget Crisis Deepens

The 11% staffing cut is the fourth round of layoffs at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory since January 2024. And we’re supposed to beat China back to the Moon?

Trump administration looks for ways to pay federal officers during shutdown

They include officers from the FBI, US Border Patrol and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Musk Promised To Cut $2 Trillion. Government Spending Went Up Instead

Elon Musk’s promises on government spending cuts have followed a predictable trajectory: slash $2 trillion, then $1 trillion, then a mere $150 billion. Now we have the final accounting from the Congressional Budget Office: DOGE didn’t just fail to cut spendin…

The federal government is still shut down. Here's what that means across the country

The federal government is currently shut down. The NPR Network is following the ways the government shutdown is affecting services across the country.

White House budget director plans to shut down US consumer finance watchdog within months

By Nandita Bose and Doina Chiacu WASHINGTON (Reuters) -White House budget director Russell Vought said on Wednesday he wants to close the U.S.

Union says Education Dept.'s civil rights office was hit hard by shutdown layoffs

The Trump administration is cutting another 466 federal workers from the Department of Education, including staff who oversee funding that supports children with disabilities and low-income students.

Trump threatens to cut ‘Democrat’ programmes, extends funding to military

The White House says it will release a list of programmes to axe on Friday after cutting 4,200 positions last week.

US Senate vote to end government shutdown fails for 10th time

Second vote on Pentagon funding also failed meaning process to begin military operations becomes a non-starter

Trump diverts anti-terror funds from Democratic strongholds to Republican states

By Courtney Rozen and Jason Lange WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Trump administration plans to shift terrorism prevention funding from Democratic-led states...

French PM Lecornu survives no-confidence parliament vote, now eyes budget

The two motions were tabled by the far-right National Rally and far-left France Unbowed parties.

With some shutdown pain points delayed for now, talks in Congress are 'nowhere'

Some key impacts of the shutdown have been pushed back by moves by the Trump administration. But those efforts are temporary, and the pain could spread depending on how long the stalemate lasts.

The longest government shutdowns in US history, ranked

The ongoing shutdown is already the fourth-longest in US history, matching the 2013 shutdown.

DHS purchase of business jets during shutdown draws Democrats’ ire

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Democrats in Congress on Saturday criticized the Trump administration's decision to buy two Gulfstream G700 jets...

Coast Guard Reportedly Spent $172 Million On Private Jets For Kristi Noem’s Use

The Coast Guard spent $172 million on the jets, according to The New York Times.

$20 million NASA mission to visit 'God of Chaos' asteroid saved from budget cuts in last-minute decision

NASA's OSIRIS-APEX mission, which was one of 19 designated to be canceled by the Trump administration, has been saved from the chopping block in a last-minute decision. There will be a significant change to its structure, however.

Obamacare’s latest scandal is a $35 billion ghost story

The Democrats have named their price to end the government shutdown — an additional $350 billion for health care over the next decade. Critics say a big chunk of that money may go to ghosts.At issue are the generous subsidies the Biden administration created …

Federal workers are pinching pennies during the shutdown: 'I'd love to come to work, but may not have gas money.'

Dozens of federal workers told Business Insider they are living paycheck to paycheck and cutting their spending during the government shutdown.

The government shutdown is the third-longest in US history, affecting air travel, national parks, and groceries

As the shutdown stretches into its 20th day, air traffic controllers, SNAP recipients, and federal employees are feeling the impact.

The Latest: Senate Republicans gathering at White House as shutdown effects worsen

In this fourth week of the government shutdown, Senate Republicans are gathering at White House — not for urgent talks on how to end it, but for a display of...

The federal government is still shut down. Here's what that means across the country

The federal government remains shut down. The NPR Network is following the ways the shutdown is affecting services across the country.

Air traffic controllers have become reluctant bargaining chips in the government shutdown. They just want to get paid.

America's 13,000 air traffic controllers will soon receive their first $0 paycheck. They hold a delicate power in Washington's government shutdown.

Federal workers hunker down as they go without pay amid shutdown

Federal workers, who missed their first full paycheck on Friday as a result of the government shutdown, say they're scrambling to stay afloat financially.

How furloughed federal workers can get help paying bills amid government shutdown

Roughly 750,000 government workers are currently furloughed.

While America's pocketbook is shut down, Trump is taking over the purse strings

Congress has control of federal spending. During the government shutdown, Trump is changing that.

The Fed is expected to cut rates this week — even while the government is shut down

The government shutdown means the latest job numbers haven't been released, but the Fed is still likely to cut.

Senators vote not to end shutdown for 13th time

The U.S. Senate voted for the 13th time and failed to reopen the government Tuesday. The government shutdown is on Day 28. Military staff will miss a...

Families could start losing access to Head Start if shutdown continues

If the government shutdown extends beyond Nov. 1, more than 65,000 children could be at risk of losing access to Head Start, the federal early-learning program for low-income families.

The federal government is still shut down. Here's what that means across the country

The federal government shutdown continues. Republicans and Democrats appear no closer to an agreement to end it. Many federal workers are missing full paychecks and don't know when they will resume.

One month into a US government shutdown – how it’s going so far

The US government has been shut down for 30 days. Al Jazeera visualises where things stand right now.

Virginia’s Elections Are Our First Government Shutdown Referendum

The state has been greatly affected by the lapse in government funding. It’s the October surprise that could pack the biggest punch.

The Government Shutdown Rolls On Edition

Plus: What’s open at the IRS, the fight over premium tax credits, guidance on OBBBA, Social Security increases, digital taxes and tariffs, Section 179 expenses and more.

For first time in long US government shutdown, hints of progress toward reopening

By David Morgan and Bo Erickson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The first glimmers toward ending a near-record long federal government shutdown were seen in the U.S.

Six takeaways from Canada's federal budget

From tariff cushions to space launches to Eurovision, Prime Minister Carney’s first budget aims to protect Canada while looking beyond the US.

Shutdown Nears Its End — But Economic Damage Is Mounting, Goldman Says

The U.S. government shutdown has dragged into its 33rd day, and while a resolution may soon be approaching, economists warn the economic fallout is already...

5 takeaways from the 2025 elections. And, the shutdown now the longest in U.S. history

The 2025 elections were good to Democrats with wins in several major races, including governor's races in two states. And, the ongoing government shutdown is now the longest in U.S. history.

It's official. The government shutdown is the longest ever. Live updates.

On the heels of major victories for Democrats across the country, the government shutdown broke a record for being the longest in history.

Government shutdown becomes longest in history: How we got here and what's next

The two longest government shutdowns have now occurred under President Donald Trump.

The federal government is still shut down. Here's what that means across the country

The federal government remains shut down, in what is now the longest shutdown in U.S. history. Reporters from the NPR Network are digging into the ways the government shutdown is playing out in their region.

How long will the US government shutdown last?

The federal government shutdown is now the longest in US history.

Democrats consider prolonging the shutdown as Republicans prepare new bills without health care fix

Senate Republicans are moving to try to end the government shutdown by preparing a new bipartisan package of spending bills and daring Democrats to vote for ...

Trump urges lawmakers to give healthcare money 'directly to the people'

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Donald Trump on Saturday floated a potential compromise amid the impasse over the U.S. government shutdown, urging...

US Senate rejects bill to restore federal worker pay, remains at odds over shutdown

By David Morgan, Bo Erickson, Nolan D. McCaskill and Andy Sullivan WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S.

In shutdown fight, fiscal hawks in US Congress push for flat spending

By Bo Erickson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Republican fiscal hawks in Congress are making a new pitch in the struggle to end the longest government shutdown in U.S...

Senators are meeting for a rare Sunday session to resolve the government shutdown: 'The deal is coming together'

Senate Majority Leader John Thune told reporters that lawmakers planned to hold a test vote on Sunday evening.

US senators look for way out of shutdown at rare weekend session

The record shutdown is now in its 39th day and has affected everything, from food aid to air travel.

DEAL TO RE-OPEN GOVT 'IN REACH'

DEAL TO RE-OPEN GOVT 'IN REACH' (Main headline, 6th story, link) Related stories:LET THEM EAT STEAK! EXTRAVAGENCE AT MAR-A-LAGO GOVT EMPLOYEES HIT FOOD BANKS DON DEMANDS NO SNAP PAYMENTS OVER 50% OF FLIGHTS CANCELLED, DELAYED

Talks to end US shutdown look promising, Senate majority leader says

After weeks of faltering talks, Republicans and Democrats in the US Senate seemed to start negotiating in earnest late this week. Lawmakers on Saturday had hoped to unveil the full text of three fiscal 2026 full-year funding measures.

Three takeaways from the US shutdown deal

The longest shutdown in US history appears to be drawing to a close, leaving Democrats divided and Trump's hard line paying off.

Trump Announces $2,000 Checks For Americans — Here's Who Could Get Them

The U.S. President has announced $2,000 checks meant to distribute some of the tariff-generated revenue to American citizens, but they're not for everyone.

Here's what's in the Senate deal to end the government shutdown

The Senate deal to end the government shutdown would extend funding through January and promise Democrats a vote on health care.

Speaker Johnson calls back House to vote after Senate budges on shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson said he called representatives to return to Washington, D.C., to vote on a Senate-backed measure to fund the government.

The winners and losers of the government shutdown deal

One thing's for sure: progressive Democrats lost.

Government shutdown timeline: How senators went from 40-day impasse to sudden deal

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history appears to be nearing its end, after senators quickly advanced a funding deal over the weekend.

WATCH: House Speaker Mike Johnson gives timeline to end shutdown

Johnson on Monday laid out a timeline for what's next after the Senate advanced a short-term funding bill on Sunday, saying he will call the House back as soon as the Senate passes a funding bill.

WATCH: Johnson tells House to begin returning to Washington to start end of shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson spoke Monday morning about next steps in ending the government shutdown, saying he will call the House back as soon as the Senate passes a government funding bill.

Chuck Schumer Doesn’t Know What Time It Is

After forty days. Forty days of the longest government shutdown in American history. Forty days of Democrats saying this is the line—healthcare for twenty-two million Americans. Forty days of holding firm while Republicans bet Democrats would break first. Chu…

At the Last Minute, Government Shutdown Flight Restrictions Came for the Private Jets

As Senate Democrats moved to reopen the government, private jet travel was in jeopardy.

Senate approves shutdown ending legislation, sending bill to the House for a vote

After 41 days of a government shutdown, the U.S. Senate has passed a set of bills to reopen the government. Its fate in the House is uncertain.

What we know about pending government reopening, as record-long shutdown nears end

As Congress appears to be close to a deal that would end the shutdown, there are still questions about how fast services and funding return to normal.

Trump congratulates Republican leaders for ‘big victory’ in ending shutdown

Republican-controlled House of Representatives expected to approve funding bill to reopen US government in coming days.

US Senate passes bill to end longest ever government shutdown

US Senate approves a spending package to fund the government through January following a weekend of negotiations.

House set to end historic shutdown as Republicans claim victory

The House returns Wednesday to vote on a spending package to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history — an outcome widely viewed as a Republican...

House set to vote on ending government shutdown

The House will be in session on Wednesday for the first time in 54 days, with all eyes on a vote to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.

What changed after a record-long government shutdown, briefly explained

This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: After 43 days, the federal government shutdown is almo…

White House explores $2,000 tariff dividend; budget experts are sceptical

On Wednesday, the White House said US President Trump is committed to the plan of sharing tariff revenue with Americans.

House to vote on bill to end US shutdown: Why Democrats are opposing it?

Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries has called for a three-year extension of subsidies to the Affordable Care Act.

House votes to fund government, ending longest ever government shutdown

The House voted to fund the government through the end of January, bringing the country one step closer to ending the shutdown that has dragged on for six weeks. The bill now goes to President Trump for his signature.

When will federal workers get back pay? See projected payment timeline

Federal employees were ordered to return to work on Nov. 13 as they await back pay from the government shutdown.

Is another government shutdown fight around the corner?

The government just reopened. There are fewer than three months before it could close again, though only partially.

Trump admin live updates: Trump blames Democrats for 'massive harm' of shutdown

President Donald Trump late Wednesday night signed a funding bill that will end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.

The Government Shutdown Is Finally Over, But Flight Disruptions Will Continue

The shutdown came at a bad time for air travel.

What Really Happens After the Shutdown Ends

Congress’s deal to reopen the government won’t immediately bring life back to normal for Americans.

US shutdown ends: What happens now, when will services resume?

Trump signed the Republican bill ending the longest US government shutdown, resuming funding until the end of January.

US House passes spending bill to end longest gov’t shutdown in history

The successful vote means the long-delayed bill has now been passed on to President Trump to sign into law.

Trump signs bill ending longest US government shutdown in history

US President Donald Trump signed a funding bill in Washington DC to end the longest government shutdown.

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history is over. Here's what you need to know

The government is back open. There are lots of questions about what this means, how we got here and where we go from here. Let's dig in.

It's official: Members of Congress won't get a pay bump this year

The bill to reopen the government kept lawmakers' salaries frozen at $174,000 a figure that hasn't budged since 2009.

'We're just going to go through this again': Americans fear second government shutdown

With the funding deal due to expire at the end of January, Americans are saving up to cope with no income again.

Democrats reject ‘current policy’ — unless it pays their base

Washington’s latest fights make one thing unmistakable: Democrats shift their arguments as needed, but always in service of higher taxes, higher spending, and a bigger federal footprint. When the question earlier this year was whether to keep current tax poli…

Hiltzik: The Trump administration's math on economic policy doesn't add up

On inflation, healthcare, mortgages and much more, the Trump administration offers bogus math.

Will Europe's flagship space science missions survive NASA's budget cuts?

NASA budget cuts proposed by President Donald Trump will cause a significant funding shortfall to Europe's space science missions. But the European Space Agency hopes it can save them.

Trump’s gambit to save Republicans from a giant health insurance spike comes with a $50 billion price tag, CRFB estimates

The $38 trillion national debt, which always seems to be growing, could expand even further if Trump extends ACA subsidies, as reports indicate.

What Will the US Debt Reckoning Look Like?

For now, and in the foreseeable future, fiscal adjustment is a political non-starter in the US, where the prospect of higher taxes or cuts to Social Security and Medicare is a surefire way to lose votes. But this is probably where the country is headed, thoug…

When are stimulus checks being mailed? $2,000 stimulus check update

Though President Donald Trump mentioned sending $2,000 stimulus checks weeks ago, there is little info on them available. Here's the latest update.

Europe passes record-breaking space budget while NASA hit with deep cuts

The European Space Agency member states have approved a record-breaking budget for the next three years, including increased funding for science exploration.

Firm Tied To Kristi Noem Secretly Got Money From $220 Million DHS Ad Contracts

This story was originally published by ProPublica. Republished under a CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 license. On Oct. 2, the second day of the government shutdown, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem arrived at Mount Rushmore to shoot a television ad. Sitting on horseb…

US Congress considers 'must-pass' defense policy bill that would top Trump’s spending request

By Patricia Zengerle and Julia Harte WASHINGTON, Dec 6 (Reuters) - U.S. lawmakers on Sunday unveiled an annual defense policy bill authorizing a record $901 ...

NASA nominee Isaacman moves to full Senate vote amid budget carnage

Billionaire's bid progresses while agency braces for sweeping reductions and program uncertainty Jared Isaacman has cleared another hurdle on his way to becoming the next NASA Administrator after the US Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportatio…

Despite opposition, US House passes record $901bn defence spending bill

The bill faced notable opposition from lawmakers concerned about the Trump administration's management of the military.

Working Americans will soon get ‘very large refunds’ of up to $2,000/household, says Bessent. How to make the most of it

Why more could be coming.

A radio station in Amsterdam is a lifeline for Sudan. After USAID cuts, it's faltering

Budget cuts threaten the future of Amsterdam-based Radio Dabanga, which has served as an information lifeline for Sudanese people about their war-torn country.

Here We Go Again: The Pentagon's EIGHTH Failed Audit

Two days after the US Senate voted on a bipartisan basis to authorize just over $900 billion in military spending for the coming fiscal year, the chief recipient of that taxpayer money—the Department of Defense—announced it failed an audit of its books for th…

Newsom faces another multibillion-dollar budget shortfall in his last year as California governor

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office said the state faces a $2.9 billion budget deficit this year, an amount significantly lower than what legislative...

Will budget cuts force NASA to withdraw from Europe's next Venus mission?

"We are in constant contact with NASA."

Congress passes $24.4 billion NASA budget, rejecting Trump's deep cuts

"Today, we sent funding bills to the president's desk that reject the steep cuts he wanted and protect investments that families across America depend on every day."

Will eliminating fraud clear the US national deficit as Trump claims?

US president says 'massive' fraud has caused budget imbalance, but calculations do not support this.

7 charts show how the economy looked in Donald Trump's first year of his second presidency

President Donald Trump wrapped up his first year in his second term. Here's how inflation, the job market, tariffs, and spending have evolved.

Trump's ICE force is sweeping America. Billions in his tax and spending cuts bill are paying for it

President Donald Trump promised the largest mass deportation operation in U.S. history, but achieving his goal wouldn't have been possible without funding...

Congress clinches $1.2T funding deal for DHS, Pentagon, domestic agencies

House and Senate leaders are trying to clear the package before the Jan. 30 government shutdown deadline.

House approves spending bills despite many Democrats' objections to ICE funds

The House has approved the final set of spending bills to avoid a government shutdown, despite objections from Democrats to the funding levels set for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

What to know about the partial government shutdown

The Senate passed a measure to avert a shutdown on Friday. But with the House on recess, funding for broad stretches of the federal government has technically lapsed.

US government heads toward shutdown as time runs short to approve spending deal

DHS ⁠funding would be extended for two weeks, giving negotiators ⁠time to reach an agreement on immigration tactics.

The House races to end shutdown. And, Trump wants to close Kennedy Center for 2 years

Lawmakers are racing to end a partial government shutdown after Congress missed its funding deadline on Friday. And, Trump wants to close the Kennedy Center for two years for renovations.

House to hold votes on funding package to end partial government shutdown

The House will hold votes on Tuesday to try to reopen the government after it partially shut down over the weekend.

DHS shutdown all but certain as lawmakers leave Washington with no deal

The Department of Homeland Security is all but certain to run out of funding at the end of the day Friday as lawmakers leave Capitol Hill with no solution in sight.

Democrats send counteroffer on DHS funding to White House as shutdown continues

As the partial government shutdown continues, Democrats have sent their Department of Homeland Security funding counteroffer to Republicans and the White House.

State lawmakers offer partisan responses to Pritzker’s budget address

(The Center Square) – Illinois lawmakers are offering mixed reviews of Gov. J.

White House stalls release of approved US science budgets

The US Congress rejected sweeping cuts to science agencies. But the NIH, the NSF and NASA have had their spending slowed.

President Trump aimed to cut science funding. Congress has quietly restored much of it

Despite President Trump's efforts to deeply cut science funding from the federal budget in 2026, Congress quietly restored much of the funding to previous levels in recent weeks.

TSA workers miss a full paycheck, while travelers keep paying airport security fees

Many TSA workers received no money in their paychecks Friday as the partial DHS shutdown drags on. Fees paid by airline passengers keep piling up, even as airport security officers work without pay.

The 10 states most reliant on federal funding — and the 10 least

A new study ranked US states based on how reliant they are on federal funding. See which states round out the top and bottom of the list.

ICE: $45 an Hour to Stand There. TSA: $0 an Hour to Keep You Safe

ICE agents get paychecks. TSA officers get food banks. Same department. Same shutdown. Different bank accounts. Congress chose who eats and who doesn't.

House Republicans shoot down bill that would pay federal airport workers

White House memo says Trump has instructed DHS to pay federal airport workers as long lines snarl travel.

What Is the Iran War Costing Us? How Does $1 Billion per Day Sound?

And all we have to cut in exchange for that Iran War spending is funds for education, housing and Medicare. It's almost TOO GOOD a deal.

Trump seeks historic $1.5 trillion for military in Congress budget request

The request for defence spending is the largest in decades and accompanies cuts to domestic programmes.

“An out-of-touch plea for more money”: Trump seeks $1.5 trillion for new defense budget

Massive cuts to domestic programs, with higher state taxes, would bolster the spending increase

Trump Resurrects Dumbest Idea—and Wants to Cut Health Care to Fund It

The Trump administration is asking Congress for $152 million to transform Alcatraz into a “state-of-the-art secure prison facility,” as part of its 2027 budget proposal.That would cover just the first-year costs of the redevelopment, which has been roundly cr…

Trump Wants to Start Privatizing TSA in Latest Budget Proposal

"The Budget begins the privatization of TSA’s airport screeners...."

‘We’re fighting wars, not day care’: Trump budget seeks $1.5T in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic programs

Funding for community assistance programmes, including grants supporting housing and employment services, would also be reduced.

Trump wants $152MN to reopen Alcatraz prison

The administration of US President Donald Trump has requested $152 million from Congress to restore the Alcatraz prison, inviting criticism from Democrats

Trump Proposes Reopening Alcatraz as Federal Prison, Requests $152 Million in New Budget Plan

Donald Trump is planning to reopen a prison on Alcatraz Island. The White House released a proposed budget for next year on Friday (April 3), including plans to ask Congress for $152 million to reopen the island to an active federal prison. Keep reading to fi…

866% Jump: Trump’s Budget Quietly Asks Half A Billion For White House Renovations

Donald J. Trump is gearing up to drop a whopping $377 million in fiscal 2026 on sprucing up the White House executive residence, plus another $174 million lined up for the following year, according to the administration's fiscal 2027 budget request. All of th…

Trump Suggests Gutting TSA After Blaming Shutdown on Democrats

President Donald Trump wants to cut more than $1.5 billion—and thousands of jobs—from the Transportation Security Administration’s budget after subjecting its employees to weeks without pay. The Trump administration wants to gut 9,400 workers from the 60,000-…

White House plans to spend $15 million on new archway...

White House plans to spend $15 million on new archway... (Third column, 4th story, link)

Top five takeaways from Homeland Security budget hearings

Lawmakers have been in a stalemate for over 60 days about funding the entire department, which includes agencies that oversee immigration enforcement, disaster relief, cybersecurity and the U.S. Coast Guard.

Congress grills RFK, Jr., about vaccines and cuts to health budget

The HHS secretary defended proposed budget cuts to science, his vaccine moves and health care costs on Capitol Hill on Thursday

Trump’s $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget Could Be Political Suicide for Republicans

In so many ways, this budget is a fantasy.

Trump calls for Republicans to unify around budget reconciliation push

Budget reconciliation would allow conservative lawmakers to bypass Democratic opposition in Senate with simple majority.

Senate GOP is kickstarting budget reconciliation to fund ICE. Here's how that works.

After a historic partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security, Congressional Republicans are looking to a budgetary tool called reconciliation which could enable them to fund immigration enforcement agencies without any Democratic support.

The U.S. Wants To Cut NASA's Budget - Here's What It Would Actually Cost

The Trump administration has proposed making drastic cuts to the budget for NASA, but doing that would effect much more than that one organization.

US Senate passes $70bn funding plan for ICE, Border Patrol

Senate votes 50-48 early on Thursday morning to advance the plan to reopen the Department of Homeland Security.

Senate Republican on Trump ballroom push: ‘We have $39 trillion of debt’

Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) is pushing back on a proposal to spend as much as $400 million in taxpayer money to build a 90,000-square-foot ballroom at the White...

US Congress passes bill to resume funding for DHS and end partial shutdown

House approves funding measure, which excludes ICE, ending weeks-long crisis that left many federal workers without pay.

Opinion - Fresh off the heights of Artemis II, Trump wants a lower NASA budget

The emotional response to Artemis II is to want to increase all NASA funding, not to slash it.

Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026

The following is the transcript of the interview with White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.

GOP aims to secure $1B for security-related aspects of White House ballroom project

The request comes as part of a $70 billion immigration enforcement package.

Senate Republicans Want $1 Billion in Taxpayer Dollars to Secure Trump Ballroom

Senate Republicans proposed setting aside $1 billion in taxpayer funding for security upgrades to President Trump’s White House ballroom project.

US debt hits $31.26 trillion, exceeds annual GDP

The last two times the United States owed more than its annual economic output, the country was either fighting a world war or shutting down due to a pandemic. As of March, it's happened again — this time without an emergency to point to. — Read the rest The…

‘Still incomplete': Key questions unanswered on New York state budget

Gov. Hochul announcing her “general agreement” with state lawmakers, which aggravated Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie. Gov. Kathy Hochul says the pied-à-terre tax's implementation is still being figured out. [ more › ]

Trump’s $1.5 trillion military budget may be a solution in search of a problem

Trump's proposed military spending surge could come at the cost of future healthcare funding

9 rumors about Trump's White House ballroom project we've investigated

In May 2026, Republicans proposed spending $1 billion in taxpayer funds on the ballroom's security infrastructure.

Hegseth Shredded For Wanting To Waste, Defraud And Abuse Taxpayers Out Of $1.5 Trillion

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth drew instant ridicule on Thursday after he released a video touting President Donald Trump’s proposed $1.5 trillion military budget as a fiscally responsible plan that is “putting the American taxpayer first.” At the start of…

Sen. Mark Kelly says Pentagon's $1.5 trillion budget request is "outrageous"

Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona said the Trump administration's $1.5 trillion budget request for defense spending is "outrageous."

Breakdown of $1 billion request for Trump's White House ballroom project

Here's a closer look at the $1 billion request for President Trump's White House ballroom project.

Federal funding for Trump ballroom in trouble after Senate ruling

Republicans seek to allocate $1bn in public funds for Secret Service security upgrades linked to the plans.

Why Shouldn’t Yields Rise?

Friday’s jump in 10 year Treasury yields (10 bps), and the 30 year yield nearing 5% alarmed markets. But why? Debt and the debt trajectory are up. Fed Chair Designate Warsh wants to shrink the Fed balance sheet, even as Trump continues his assault on Fed inde…

Senate parliamentarian nixes Trump’s ballroom fund in budget bill

A GOP bill seeking $1 billion for the Secret Service to help finance President Donald Trump’s White House ballroom is in jeopardy as it faces pushback from a top Senate official.

Republicans eyeing restrictions on Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund': Sources

President Trump’s new "anti-weaponization fund" and ballroom project may both get pushback from Senate Republicans in the yet-to-be-released updated version of the bill.

The White House wants to eliminate housing funds. Republicans aren’t having it.

The presidential budget put GOP lawmakers in an awkward position.

NPR Flubs Its Recovery From Brutal Republican Funding Attacks

NPR is imposing a new round of buyouts and layoffs as it tries to survive the brutal Trump GOP attacks on public broadcasting. According to NPR, it’s being forced to trim $8 million of its $300-million annual budget because of the illegal (for whatever that w…

Violent Crime In The US Is At Record Lows, But The DOJ Is Eliminating The Funding That Helped Reduce Crime

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article. The United States is experiencing one of the steepest declines in violent crime in modern history, including a murder rate at its lowest point in mo…

Trump’s latest spending defense springs a leak

Trump claims Obama and Biden spent "hundreds of millions" on similar renovations, but records show otherwise

Trump halts $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund amid bipartisan backlash

The announcement comes after Trump met with congressional Republicans over concerns about his settlement with the IRS.

Democrats force vote on Trump’s $1.8bn settlement fund in ‘vote-a-rama’

Republicans seek to pass $70bn immigration-enforcement funding, but must endure series of votes on controversial issues.

Senate passes $70B immigration enforcement bill without limits on Trump settlement fund

The Senate passed legislation to fund President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement agencies early Friday morning, after weeks of delays and fierce backlash to an unrelated $1.776 billion settlement fund that threatened to derail the bill.

US Senate passes $70bn ICE funding bill: What comes next?

Republicans pass key Trump initiative after marathon vote-a-rama, avoid barring controversial 'anti-weaponisation' fund.

Congress just gave DHS another $70 billion

Congress narrowly voted to fund President Donald Trump's mass deportation agenda, giving the Department of Homeland Security $70 billion over the next three years. The house voted 214 to 212 in favor of the reconciliation bill Tuesday, following the Senate's …

Trump Isn’t Giving Up on His Slush Fund

Despite insisting that a $1.776 billion “anti-weaponization” fund has been scrapped, the administration is quietly assuring allies that payout plans remain on track.

$60M and 7 federal agencies required to stage UFC fight at White House...

President Donald Trump's UFC fight on the White House's South Lawn requires a monumental effort from more than seven federal agencies, hundreds of staff working onsite daily and about $60 million. The event is part of the 250th anniversary of America's foundi…

Senators warily eye transfer of $397M to Secret Service amid WH ballroom construction

The Trump admin has deposited millions in taxpayer funds into accounts for White House security, sparking questions about whether public money will go to the ballroom.

Reflecting Pool renovations to cost more than $16 million

The cost to repaint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has ballooned to more than $14.65 million – exceeding the original estimated cost by more than $4 million.

How Congress Should Think About The Pentagon Budget

Buying fewer weapons would actually strengthen the military

How Do We Balance the Federal Budget?

Photo Credit:Image: pasja1000 via Pixabay, Pixabay License. pasja1000It seems like an impossible task. But we have to start somewhere, and this is as good a place as any.

Trump asks Congress for $87bn, mostly for 'urgent' Iran war costs

But the proposal faces an uphill battle and comes one day after Congress passed a resolution rebuking Trump's military action in Iran.

Trump White House requests $87.6bn in spending, including for Iran war

The request is likely to face an uphill battle in Congress, which voted a day earlier to rein in Trump's war powers.

Trump demands Republicans use budgetary gambit to pass voting reforms

Donald Trump's latest demand: that congressional Republicans combine voting reforms with defense spending and bring both to his desk before recess.

NSF plans cuts to core science programmes to fund White House initiative

A proposed clawback of already distributed research funds comes as the US agency’s budget is already squeezed and it struggling to clear a backlog of grant applications.

Trump Moves to Gain Unprecedented Control Over Federal Funding

The White House Office of Budget and Management is planning massive changes to the way federal grants are handed out, making it so that government funding can only be spent on programs that are “aligned with administration policies and priorities.”If passed, …