Government closes as Trump and Congress cannot agree.
Impact of a Government Shutdown on Travel and Services Shutdowns can lead to significant travel disruptions for both U.S. travelers and those visiting from abroad. The effects may include longer airport waiting times, altered travel plans, and closures of national parks. State officials have stated that they simply cannot afford to keep operations running if […]
How Mikie Sherrill’s family earned millions after her election to Congress
Mikie Sherrill’s Financial Controversy Mikie Sherrill, a congresswoman from New Jersey, has skyrocketed in wealth since her election, marking her as one of the richest legislators in the state. Her financial boost comes from a mix of property investments, extensive stock holdings, and the lucrative earnings of her banker husband, who reportedly earns over $2 […]
Government closure occurs as Congress cannot agree on funding.
The federal government officially shut down just after midnight Wednesday, as Congressional leaders failed to finalize agreements on the StopGap Expense Bill, leaving lawmakers scrambling for solutions to the stalemate. The shutdown seemed inevitable after lawmakers voted on two stop-gap funding proposals the previous evening—a “clean” bill from Republicans and another “clean” bill, also from […]
Government closes due to Congress missing deadline for spending agreement
Federal Government Enters Partial Shutdown Amid Political Divisions The federal government officially started a partial shutdown on Wednesday after a last-minute fundraising deadline was missed. This occurred as Democrats and Republicans failed to reach an agreement on the funding bill. Previous efforts by Senate Republicans to secure a short-term extension of fiscal year 2025 funding, […]
Aviation organizations warn Congress that a government shutdown would negatively impact air travel safety and operations.
U.S. airlines and aviation organizations are alerting Congress about the potential consequences of late-night government shutdowns, emphasizing that such actions could disrupt air travel and compromise safety, not to mention hinder modernization efforts for the nation’s air traffic control system. This warning comes from the Modern Skies Coalition, a trade association representing major players like […]
Veteran organizations caution Congress about a shutdown: “Avoid the temptation of political gamesmanship”
Numerous veteran organizations are calling on Congress to approve short-term funding measures to prevent potential government shutdowns. They emphasize that the proposed Continuing Resolution (CR) is crucial for maintaining essential veterans’ housing, benefits, and healthcare programs. On Saturday, four veteran groups—the American Legion, Amvets, the American Vietnam Veterans, and Mission Roll Call—stated that the CR, […]
Lawmakers call on Congress to condemn increasing dangers faced by ICE officers
Lawmakers Call for Condemnation of Violence Against ICE A group of lawmakers is pressing Congress to officially denounce “violent attacks” on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as threats escalate against federal facilities. This plea follows a recent shooting at an ICE location in Dallas that resulted in one death and two injuries before the shooter […]
Congress called for TikTok to be sold — Trump’s agreement gives China an escape route
In 2020, the Trump administration acknowledged a unanimous decision about TikTok, a platform seen as manipulative and under the influence of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), presenting itself as mere entertainment. Fast forward to 2024, and Congress reacted to these concerns by passing a bipartisan law that required TikTok to be sold to American owners […]
The conflict over spending in Congress is where Democrats can make their stand.
Political Climate and Economic Challenges There’s a lot happening in our nation lately, which is—well, I suppose, a good thing? Yet, amidst the activity, political violence seems to be escalating, and authoritarian tendencies appear to be gaining ground. Still, surveys indicate a consistent struggle for President Trump, largely due to the troubled economy. Congressional Democrats […]
A new Congress brings yet another expensive continuing resolution
The upcoming September 30th deadline looms for Congress as it scrambles to fund the government for the 2026 fiscal year, with both Republicans and Democrats feeling the pressure. Continuing resolutions have become almost a routine measure. There was, perhaps somewhat surprisingly, an attempt from the White House to stretch funding into January. Yet, the House […]