Government Shutdown 2025 Update: SNAP benefits, WIC, Head Start and military pay
As the federal shutdown approaches the one-month mark, Americans are feeling the impact of lost funding and closed programs. States are rushing to fill gaps in food aid and early childhood services, while military families brace for missed paychecks.
Trump visits South Korea amid push for trade deal with Seoul
President Donald Trump continued his trip throughout Asia as he seeks a trade deal with Seoul for billions in investments in the U.S.
White House ousts arts commission members expected to oversee Trump’s building projects
Demolition of the East Wing began last week to make way for the president's ballroom.
DC Attorney General sues federal government over SNAP benefit suspension
D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb joined 22 attorneys general and three governors Tuesday in suing the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Secretary Brooke Rollins, accusing them of unlawfully suspending the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which helps more than 40 million Americans afford food.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: NATCA at airports as air traffic controllers face going unpaid
Tuesday marks the first day air traffic controllers will go without a paycheck as the government shutdown enters its fourth week.
Statue of Confederate soldier Albert Pike returns to Judiciary Square
D.C.’s only outdoor statue of a Confederate soldier is making its return to Judiciary Square.
SNAP benefits halt Nov. 1 amid government shutdown
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has posted a notice on its website that no federal food assistance will be distributed on Nov. 1, raising concerns for families as the government shutdown continues.
Trump meets with new Prime Minister Takaichi in Japan. What we know
The meeting between the two leaders is part of an effort to strengthen the trade relationship between the U.S. and Japan.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: José Andrés serves free meals as stalemate hits day 27
As the government shutdown stretches into its 27th day, World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés is stepping in to help furloughed federal workers and their families with free meals.
Donald Trump sued over East Wing demolition: What to know
Trump is facing a lawsuit over the White House East Wing demolition, as critics say his ballroom plan breaks preservation laws and is being conducted without approvals.
PHOTOS: Trump's Ballroom renderings show structure nearly twice the size of the White House
The White House East Wing has been demolished as President Donald Trump moves ahead with plans to build a ballroom that, according to renderings, will be nearly twice the size of the White House itself.
Newsom warns Californians after Trump backs off Bay Area immigration surge
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday nudged Californians to be cautious about President Donald Trump’s sudden decision to pause a planned federal immigration surge in the San Francisco Bay Area, warning that the president often changes his mind.
PHOTOS: White House East Wing before the demolition
The East Wing, long used as the White House’s social entrance and home to the first lady’s staff, is being torn down as construction begins on President Donald Trump’s $250 million ballroom. Here’s a look at the historic wing before demolition began.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Stalemate hits 23rd day, now second-longest in US history
The government shutdown stretched into its 23rd day Thursday, becoming the second-longest in U.S. history, after Senate Democrats blocked a 12th Republican attempt to reopen the government Wednesday afternoon.
White House East Wing demolition expected to be complete by weekend
The East Wing of the White House is expected to be fully demolished by this weekend, FOX 5 has learned, as President Trump continues his plan to build a new ballroom on the property.
Entire East Wing of White House to be demolished for Trump's $200M ballroom
The entire East Wing of the White House is being torn down.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Vote expected Wednesday as standoff hits day 22
The 2025 government shutdown is on track to become one of the longest in U.S. history, as the Senate prepares for another vote Wednesday on a Republican-backed bill to reopen the government.
White House historian weighs in on plans for new ballroom
The People’s House is under construction – and scrutiny.
Judge extends block of Illinois National Guard deployment until Supreme Court ruling
A federal judge has agreed to extend indefinitely a temporary restraining order blocking the deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois until the U.S. Supreme Court issues a final ruling or until this goes to trial on merit.
H-1B $100k visa updates from Trump administration
More details about Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee and how it will be implemented have been released from the administration.