Latest "Government Shutdown" stories

The Capitol in Washington, D.C., is seen Nov. 4, 2022.

Fears of the next government shutdown loom months ahead of deadline

Comments from Republican House leaders on their fiscal priorities have prompted concerns that a budget deal may be more difficult than ever.

By Leo Shane III

4 weeks ago

The Capitol in Washington, D.C., is seen Nov. 4, 2022.

Congress finalizes full year budget for VA, Department of Defense

The $1.7 trillion package funds all government operations through September 2023.

By Leo Shane III

6 weeks ago

This week in Congress: Budget deal remains elusive as shutdown looms

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Dec. 12, 2022.

By Leo Shane III

8 weeks ago

This week in Congress: Last-minute business before the midterms

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Sept. 26, 2022.

By Leo Shane III

4 months ago

This week in Congress: Two weeks to negotiate a budget extension

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Sept. 19.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

Senate passes stopgap funding bill, avoiding shutdown

The measure now goes to President Joe Biden to be signed into law.

14 months ago