With the federal government in its third day of shutdown, the Trump administration is forced to consider cuts to spending. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt blames Democrats and emphasizes the need for a clean continuing resolution to reopen the government. Can they reach an agreement in time?
In a contentious vote, the Republican-led House has passed a measure to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the 'Gulf of America.' Introduced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, the legislation faces challenges in the Senate as bipartisan support is necessary to overcome a filibuster.
In a significant shift, Senate Republicans are pushing to lock in Trump tax cuts indefinitely, bypassing Democrats and risking a major change in Senate procedures. With the tax cuts set to expire soon, the move could have lasting implications for American taxpayers and the political landscape.
