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Feb 3, 2026 · The federal government likely won’t reopen until at least Tuesday, when the House is expected to hold critical votes on a funding package. Follow for the latest updates

Jan 29, 2026 · The White House and Congress are racing against the clock to to pass a funding bill before tomorrow’s government shutdown deadline. Follow for live updates.

Dec 9, 2025 · President Donald Trump is touting the economy and defending boat strikes amid scrutiny. Follow for live updates.

4 days ago · Americans’ views of both the Democratic and Republican parties remain deeply negative, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS. And in an election year that may turn on which …

Mar 9, 2026 · Nine days later, the war has pulled the world more deeply than ever into the disorienting vortex that has already defined American life in the whiplash era of Donald Trump’s tear-it-down politics.

Feb 4, 2026 · President Donald Trump signed a sprawling spending package into law, ending the partial government shutdown. He also hosted Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro at the White House. …

Jun 16, 2025 · It’s now been 10 years since Donald Trump rode down that golden escalator and launched his 2016 presidential campaign. And plenty of people – raising my hand here – initially …