A government funding package could soon reopen federal agencies, opening the door for food-stamp recipients to collect their full benefits.
What to Know About SNAP, America’s Main Food Aid Program
The shutdown brought the scale of the federal food aid program into focus and raised questions about how such a rich country could have so […]
House Returns After Long Recess to Take Up Bill to End Shutdown
After a 54-day break, the House is expected to vote on the Senate-passed spending deal. Approval would clear it for President Trump’s signature.
Virginia’s Governor-elect Wants a Say Over Leadership at U.Va.
Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat, told the university’s board that the choice of a new president, to replace one pushed out by Republicans over the summer, […]
Saudis to host investment summit in D.C. during crown prince’s visit, sources say
Some deals announced by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in May could be finalized during his trip to D.C. to visit President Trump next […]
Shutdown deal moves to the House after Senate passage
The Senate passed a funding package that would end the shutdown in a 60-40 vote Monday night. Follow live updates here.
Sally Kirkland, actor known for roles in “Anna” and “The Sting,” dies at 84
Sally Kirkland was best known for sharing the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in “The Sting” and her Oscar-nominated title role in the […]
As Shutdown Nears End, Trump Still Confronts Soaring Health Costs
The central issue of the government closure remains unresolved, leaving Republicans under political pressure ahead of the midterms.
Airlines cancel thousands more flights in U.S. over government shutdown
Airlines are expected to cancel 4% of Monday’s flights at 40 of the busiest airports in the U.S. to comply with an order from the […]