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Trump is not motivated to help resolve the shutdown.

Trump is not motivated to help resolve the shutdown.

Amid rising pressure for both political parties to end the government shutdown, the White House has no immediate plans to accelerate negotiations. Surprisingly, there’s a noticeable lack of urgency from the administration to get lawmakers on the same page. Since the government shutdown commenced nearly a month ago, President Trump hasn’t directly conversed with Democratic […]

Democrats dismiss calls from federal workers’ union to resolve government shutdown

Democrats dismiss calls from federal workers' union to resolve government shutdown

Senate Democrats Ignore Union Appeals Amid Ongoing Shutdown Senate Democrats have cast aside pleas from the largest federal employee union to persuade lawmakers to bring an end to the prolonged government shutdown. “It’s crucial for our leaders to concentrate on solving the issues faced by the American people instead of debating who is at fault […]

Major government union demands clear continuing resolution to resolve shutdown

Major government union demands clear continuing resolution to resolve shutdown

The largest union for federal workers is urging an end to the ongoing government shutdown as it reaches day 27. In a statement released on Monday, Everett Kelly, the National President of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), insisted that “the time has come” for Congress to pass a clean continuing resolution to reopen […]

Republicans might take drastic measures to resolve the shutdown

Republicans might take drastic measures to resolve the shutdown

A troubling scenario is unfolding. What once felt like an exaggerated fear is now edging closer to reality: Senate Republicans might trigger a filibuster to end the ongoing government shutdown. This would represent a significant departure from tradition, paving the way for unilateral control in Washington. Removing the 60-vote requirement for most Senate votes would […]

Trump approves agreements to resolve the conflict between Cambodia and Thailand — criticizes UN for inaction.

Trump approves agreements to resolve the conflict between Cambodia and Thailand — criticizes UN for inaction.

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia On Sunday, President Trump criticized the United Nations for engaging in peace and trade agreements with Cambodia, Thailand, and Malaysia. He emphasized the need to bolster U.S. economic relationships in return for reduced tariffs. The 79-year-old president noted that the peace agreement, which formalized a ceasefire he negotiated in July, could potentially […]

Serbia open to facilitating talks to resolve the Ukraine conflict with Russia

Serbia open to facilitating talks to resolve the Ukraine conflict with Russia

Serbia Proposes Hosting Peace Talks Between Ukraine and Russia In a recent exclusive interview, Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Djuric expressed that Belgrade is prepared to facilitate peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. He emphasized that Serbia, given its friendly relationships with all involved parties, aims to provide a neutral ground for discussions. “We hope to […]

Pilots’ group urges lawmakers to quickly resolve government shutdown

Pilots' group urges lawmakers to quickly resolve government shutdown

Pilots Association Urges Congress to End Government Shutdown The pilots association has taken a stand amid the ongoing government shutdown, urging U.S. lawmakers to approve a “clean continuing resolution” to reopen government agencies. They emphasize the increasing pressure on airport workers, attributing it to airport closures that have resulted from the current situation. Jody Leven, […]

Chip Roy suggests using a drastic measure on Senate filibuster to resolve shutdown

Chip Roy floats nuclear option on Senate filibuster to end shutdown

On Monday, Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) proposed considering a “nuclear option” to put an end to the government shutdown, suggesting it could help bypass the Senate’s 60-vote requirement for reopening. Roy mentioned to reporters, “We need to look at the 60-vote threshold, which we really are.” Under current Senate rules, most legislation requires a 60-vote […]