Cracks are starting to form in the Senate Democratic caucus over whether to hold the line against a seven-week clean ...

The South Dakota Republican is pushing back on Democrats' demands related to health insurance and health care policies.

In 2013, Republican lawmakers took the government to the brink of closing as they attempted to repeal the Affordable Care Act ...

The Office of Budget and Management plans mass firings beyond standard furloughs if the government shuts down.

If the government isn't funded by next week, mass layoffs in federal agencies could occur, according to a White House office ...

: Michigan budget deal includes $1.5B for roads, new marijuana tax Michigan lawmakers have reached a deal to avoid a state ...

Government shutdowns are rare, typically resolved quickly, and have a modest, temporary economic impact unless prolonged. Historically, S&P 500 performance rebounds after shutdowns, with markets ...

Sen. Thune says shutdown is “avoidable” but rejects Democrats’ health care demands as unrealistic ahead deadline.

The White House has sent guidance to departments and agencies, telling them that if a shutdown begins Wednesday, they’re ...