Here's what stays open, what closes during a government shutdown

During a government shutdown, only programs deemed essential for protecting life and property are kept operational.

'I think we're headed to a shutdown': What a government stoppage could look like

A meeting in the Oval Office meeting doesn't appear to have lessened the chances of a partial government shutdown, with both ...
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Washington's Lush Botanical Garden Is A Gorgeous Fall Attraction Full Of Beautiful Trees

Head to this unique botanical garden to explore 230 acres of fall foliage among thousands of trees, shrubs, rare plants, and vibrant autumn colors.
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Trump takes his tariff war to the movies announcing 100% levies on foreign-made films

President Donald Trump says he will slap a 100% tax on movies made outside the United States — a vague directive aimed at ...

Truck driver accused of being in the US illegally pleads not guilty in Florida crash that killed 3

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A commercial truck driver accused of making an illegal U-turn that killed three people on a ...

Get the Facts: Explaining a government shutdown

A government shutdown occurs when Congress fails to pass a short-term or year-long budget, causing the government to legally lose its authority to spend money. This situation often arises from ...

Trump’s shutdown blame game: Democrats pressured to yield, while administration makes plans for mass layoffs

Those dynamics could change Monday, when the president has agreed to host Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., House ...