Does Congress get paid during a government shutdown?

The possibility of a shutdown raises questions about what it would mean for lawmakers themselves — and their paychecks.

Why is the government on the brink of a shutdown? What does that mean? And is there any hope of a deal?

I think we’re headed into a shutdown,” Vice President JD Vance said Monday after a bipartisan meeting failed to yield any ...

What is a government shutdown? Here's what happens when funding runs out

Much of the federal government is on the verge of shutting down​ if Congress does not reach a deal to approve new funding by ...

The government never shuts down: What actually happens in budget standoffs

Shutdowns cause economic disruption. The Congressional Budget Office estimated that the 2018-2019 shutdown reduced GDP by $11 ...

Do Social Security payments continue during a government shutdown? What to know

Social Security does get funding from the government but isn't impacted the same way as other federal services during a shutdown.

James B. Speta: What Congress can and should do about the Fed’s independence

Congress should immediately act to preserve the Fed’s independence. Even waiting for this to play out in the courts will be ...

What does the FCC do - and can it revoke a TV network's licence?

The suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show has triggered concerns about the US communications regulator's power over TV networks.

These Senate Democrats Could Make Or Break The Government Shutdown Fight

Asked how many Democratic senators are considering caving on government funding, one Senate Democrat told HuffPost: “F**king ...

What is a government shutdown? Here's what it means and how it works

As Republicans and Democrats clash over a funding bill, a partial government shutdown looms Oct. 1. Here's what happens during a shutdown.

When does daylight saving time 2025 end and the days of early darkness begin? What to know

Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, at 2 a.m., giving Americans an extra hour of sleep. Here’s what to know about the time change.

Brazil does what U.S. failed to do: convict an ex-president for attempting to overthrow an election

In Brazil, key military commanders, along with police, refused to take part in the plot by Bolsonaro and key supporters. The ...
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What Congress can and should do about the Fed’s independence

The Senate does not have the power to nominate ... if a bipartisan majority of representatives supports Fed independence — as they do and should. The House’s tools are blunter, by stalling other ...