Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Wednesday House vote could end longest stalemate in history
The House is expected to vote Wednesday on reopening the federal government, potentially ending the nation’s longest shutdown on its 43rd day. Frustration lingers on both sides as Democrats fell short in their push for health insurance measures, while Republicans faced blame, with polls and recent state and local elections showing voter dissatisfaction.
The House is expected to vote Wednesday on reopening the federal government, potentially ending the nation’s longest shutdown on its 43rd day. Frustration lingers on both sides as Democrats fell short in their push for health insurance measures, while Republicans faced blame, with polls and recent state and local elections showing voter dissatisfaction.
What's next in Congress on the push to release the Epstein files
If the measure passes the Senate, it would go to Trump, who almost certainly would veto it. He has opposed the discharge petition from the start, even reaching out Wednesday to two Republicans who had signed it.
If the measure passes the Senate, it would go to Trump, who almost certainly would veto it. He has opposed the discharge petition from the start, even reaching out Wednesday to two Republicans who had signed it.
DOJ sues to block new California congressional map following Prop 50 win
The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday filed a motion to aid in a lawsuit California Republicans have brought against Gov. Gavin Newsom over Prop 50.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday filed a motion to aid in a lawsuit California Republicans have brought against Gov. Gavin Newsom over Prop 50.
Democrats Disillusioned With Leadership After Shutdown Vote
New calls for change atop the Democratic leadership team after Sen. Chuck Schumer and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries failed to secure guarantees for health care tax credits in the bill that re-opened the government. Jim gets reaction from political commentator Jonathan Harris on "The Final 5."
New calls for change atop the Democratic leadership team after Sen. Chuck Schumer and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries failed to secure guarantees for health care tax credits in the bill that re-opened the government. Jim gets reaction from political commentator Jonathan Harris on "The Final 5."
Voters Fed Up With Gridlock as Shutdown Fallout Deepens
With new polling shows voters blaming Republicans for the shutdown over Democrats, the Forward Party's John Goodwin tells Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" that most Americans are simply fed up with Congress overall. He described a system “built for gridlock,” where families worrying about missed paychecks and rising costs feel ignored while lawmakers fundraise off the crisis. Goodwin said frustration with the two-party system is fueling a surge of interest in Forward candidates focused on compromise and practical problem-solving, adding that the party expects record growth heading into 2026.
With new polling shows voters blaming Republicans for the shutdown over Democrats, the Forward Party's John Goodwin tells Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" that most Americans are simply fed up with Congress overall. He described a system “built for gridlock,” where families worrying about missed paychecks and rising costs feel ignored while lawmakers fundraise off the crisis. Goodwin said frustration with the two-party system is fueling a surge of interest in Forward candidates focused on compromise and practical problem-solving, adding that the party expects record growth heading into 2026.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Trump signs bill, ending record 43 day disruption
President Donald Trump signed a funding bill Wednesday night, ending the nation’s longest government shutdown at 43 days.
President Donald Trump signed a funding bill Wednesday night, ending the nation’s longest government shutdown at 43 days.
Ex-Clinton Cabinet secretary exchanged emails regularly with Epstein after conviction, new docs reveal
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers had regular contact with Jeffrey Epstein. The email exchanges include talks about an unknown woman and discussions about politics and President Donald Trump, according to new documents.
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers had regular contact with Jeffrey Epstein. The email exchanges include talks about an unknown woman and discussions about politics and President Donald Trump, according to new documents.
Travel disruptions expected to continue after end of government shutdown
President Donald Trump officially signed a bill on Wednesday evening, ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
President Donald Trump officially signed a bill on Wednesday evening, ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
When will SNAP payments resume now that the government shutdown has ended?
The bill for the Agriculture Department means people who rely on key food assistance programs will see those benefits funded without threat of interruption through the rest of the budget year.
The bill for the Agriculture Department means people who rely on key food assistance programs will see those benefits funded without threat of interruption through the rest of the budget year.
Epstein files: discharge petition gains signatures needed to force US House vote
A discharge petition regarding the release of the Epstein files gained its 218th signature on Wednesday, the threshold needed to force a U.S. House vote on the matter.
A discharge petition regarding the release of the Epstein files gained its 218th signature on Wednesday, the threshold needed to force a U.S. House vote on the matter.
Rev. Jesse Jackson hospitalized in Chicago, family confirms
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Trump signs stopgap bill, ending government shutdown
The House voted Wednesday to end the government shutdown after the Senate agreed on a bill earlier this week to reopen the government.
The House voted Wednesday to end the government shutdown after the Senate agreed on a bill earlier this week to reopen the government.
Trump signs bill ending historic government shutdown
The House vote on Wednesday was 222-209.
The House vote on Wednesday was 222-209.
House votes to end the government shutdown: Here’s what happens next
The House is set to vote on a funding package that would end the record-long government shutdown. But once lawmakers approve the deal and the President signs it, things won’t instantly go back to normal. It could take several days, or even weeks, for agencies, airports and assistance programs to fully restart.
The House is set to vote on a funding package that would end the record-long government shutdown. But once lawmakers approve the deal and the President signs it, things won’t instantly go back to normal. It could take several days, or even weeks, for agencies, airports and assistance programs to fully restart.
House Democrat leaders speak on proposed healthcare cuts amid shutdown
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) and other House Democratic leaders hold a press conference about the proposed healthcare cuts within the spending bill passed by the Senate.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) and other House Democratic leaders hold a press conference about the proposed healthcare cuts within the spending bill passed by the Senate.
Jeffries speaks while House is in recess awaiting shutdown vote
Democratic Leader Jeffries speaks to press on day 43 of the government shutdown. The House will vote on the Senate-passed legislation to reopen the federal government.
Democratic Leader Jeffries speaks to press on day 43 of the government shutdown. The House will vote on the Senate-passed legislation to reopen the federal government.
Dr. Oz jumps in after man collapses during Oval Office press conference
A drug executive collapsed in the Oval Office while President Donald Trump was announcing a deal with drugmakers to reduce prices. Here's what we know.
A drug executive collapsed in the Oval Office while President Donald Trump was announcing a deal with drugmakers to reduce prices. Here's what we know.
Planned Parenthood Medicaid funding cuts hearing today
The legal fight continues Wednesday over the Medicaid funding cuts to Planned Parenthood, which was targeted in President Trump’s tax and spending cut bill this summer.
The legal fight continues Wednesday over the Medicaid funding cuts to Planned Parenthood, which was targeted in President Trump’s tax and spending cut bill this summer.
Epstein emails say Trump 'spent hours' with one of Epstein's victims
Emails between Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell called Trump a “dog that hasn’t barked” and said “of course” he knew about the underage girls Epstein was trafficking.
Emails between Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell called Trump a “dog that hasn’t barked” and said “of course” he knew about the underage girls Epstein was trafficking.
JFK’s grandson Jack Schlossberg launches campaign for New York congressional seat
The Kennedy political dynasty may soon have a new face in Congress. Jack Schlossberg, the only grandson of President John F. Kennedy, has officially launched a campaign to represent New York’s 12th Congressional District.
The Kennedy political dynasty may soon have a new face in Congress. Jack Schlossberg, the only grandson of President John F. Kennedy, has officially launched a campaign to represent New York’s 12th Congressional District.