The U.S. Capitol in Washington on March 23, 2023. Richard Moore/The Epoch Times The federal government shutdown took effect on Oct. 1, and it’s unclear how long it will last. Some previous shutdowns lasted a day or two, while a 2019 closure went on for 35 days. Many federal employees will be furloughed, or put
Vice President JD Vance speaks to reporters at a press briefing at the White House on Oct. 1, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times WASHINGTON—Vice President JD Vance said on Oct. 1 that he expects the government shutdown to be short-lived. He said moderate Democrats appear to be breaking ranks and recognizing the drawbacks of prolonging
A combination of ideology, social media, mental health disorders, and medication may be influencing recent trends in violence and radicalization among those who identify as transgender, according to experts. “My general feeling is that we’re seeing more of it … not for any one factor, but because of several factors all convening, and they’re all
The U.S. Supreme Court in Washington on Sept. 29, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times The Trump administration filed a second appeal asking the Supreme Court to look at whether President Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order is constitutional. The federal government’s new petition in Trump v. Barbara was docketed by the court on Sept. 29.
Solar panels help power up an oil field In Bakersfield, Calif., on March 21, 2025. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times During the government shutdown, the Trump administration will continue to process oil and gas drilling permits on a limited basis while putting a halt to all renewable energy activities. The Interior Department, which oversees energy development
The federal government remains shut down after the Senate on Oct. 1 again rejected a pair of competing plans that would temporarily extend funding. The shutdown began on Oct. 1 at 12:01 a.m. as Republicans and Democrats deadlocked over the terms of a stopgap spending agreement. We had a problem loading this article. Please enable
DNC chair candidate Ken Martin speaks at the Democratic National Committee Winter Meeting at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Md., on Feb. 1, 2025. Rod Lamkey Jr./AP Photo The Democratic National Committee is shifting resources into year-round organizing and voter registration while increasing monthly support for every state party, DNC