The federal government is on a precipice, teetering on the edge of a possible government shutdown ─ just days before Christmas and the start of Hanukkah. No one expected to be here. Republicans ...

Here's what to know about a possible government shutdown, what agencies would be affected and how long it could last: A government shutdown happens when Congress doesn't pass legislation either ...

The federal government could shut down in a matter of hours if Congress does not cobble together a temporary funding plan on Friday.

Government shutdown risk last surfaced in September 2024, but a shutdown was narrowly averted. A short government shutdown is unlikely to have major economic impact, aside from the considerably ...

DeLauro (D-CT): "And should some get their wish for a month-long government shutdown, they will be responsible for cleaning up their mess come Inauguration Day." ...

However, depending on how long the shutdown lasts, things could change. Here’s how a federal government shutdown will impact Californians, according to state representatives. This wouldn’t be ...

There have been 20 federal budget "funding gaps" since 1977. The longest lasted 35 days. What should people expect this time?