Congress returns to work Thursday, but neither the House nor the Senate has scheduled votes, signaling no progress in ending the budget standoff.
Author: Michael Collins, USA TODAY
How your holiday travel plans will be impacted by the partial federal government shutdown
Federal workers at the nation’s airports and borders remain on duty even as the partial government shutdown enters its fifth day with no end in sight.
A look at what public services will – and won’t – be interrupted during the government shutdown
The third federal government shutdown of Donald Trump’s presidency is now underway. Here’s a look at the public services that will – and won’t – be interrupted.
Senate passes bill to avoid government shutdown; House vote comes next
Nine federal departments will run out of money and shut down at midnight Friday unless Congress and the White House reach a deal to extend funding.
Will NORAD’s Santa Tracker still monitor St. Nick’s journey even if there’s a government shutdown?
NORAD’s Santa Tracker has monitored the Jolly Ol’ Man’s journey across the globe on Christmas Eve for more than 60 years.
America says goodbye: Everything you should know about George H.W. Bush’s state funeral
The nation’s 41st president, who died late Friday, will be honored at a state funeral that’s expected to draw former presidents and foreign dignitaries.
Why Trump tariffs on China not stopping theft of trade secrets
China’s theft of intellectual property is likely to be a topic of discussion when President Trump and Chinese President Xi meet on Saturday.
House Democrats may put kibosh on Trump’s trade agenda
With Democrats back in charge next year, the Trump administration may be forced to make concessions to win congressional approval for new trade pact.
Sen. Bob Corker slams ‘grotesque’ spending bill as worst he has seen
Tennessee Republican says he will vote against the proposal because it does nothing to tackle the nation’s financial woes.