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Photo illustrating the U.S. government shutdown, showing the Capitol with closure barriers, frustrated workers, and flight delay impacts.

U.S. government shutdown enters second week over funding dispute

08. lokakuuta 2025 AI:n luoma kuva

The U.S. federal government shutdown, now in its second week since starting on October 1, 2025, stems from a partisan standoff in the Senate over extending Affordable Care Act premium tax credits. Democrats demand a firm commitment to the subsidies before approving funding, while Republicans push for a clean continuing resolution to reopen the government first. Impacts include flight delays, uncertainty over federal worker pay, and the delay of key economic data.

RFK Jr Testifies on Health Agenda

11. syyskuuta 2025 Raportoinut AI

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the Senate Committee on Finance on September 4, 2025. The hearing centered on President Trump's health care agenda. Kennedy addressed key policy points and faced scrutiny from senators.

GOP claims California diverts federal funds for immigrant health care

05. lokakuuta 2025 Raportoinut AI

Republican lawmakers have accused California of using a backdoor method to access federal funds for providing health care to undocumented immigrants. Democrats dismiss the allegations as baseless and politically motivated. The controversy highlights ongoing debates over state and federal health funding.