Here’s what economists say about the impact of a government shutdown

A government shutdown could begin within days, halting pay for hundreds of thousands of federal workers and delaying services, as lawmakers remain deadlocked over funding past Sept. 30. The financial impact of a shutdown typically depends on the length of the disruption, with each week costing the U.S. economy about $7 billion, according to a

Supreme Court lets Trump withhold $4 billion in foreign aid approved by Congress

Washington — The Supreme Court on Friday allowed President Trump’s administration to withhold more than $4 billion in foreign aid funding, granting its request for emergency relief in a dispute over money that Congress has already approved. The high court’s decision follows an order that Chief Justice John Roberts had issued earlier this month, which

Supreme Court Allows Trump Admin to Freeze $4 Billion in Foreign Aid Approved by Congress

The U.S. Supreme Court in Washington on Sept. 11, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times The Supreme Court on Sept. 26 extended its prior order letting the Trump administration temporarily withhold approximately $4 billion in foreign aid funding previously authorized by Congress. The full court granted the federal government’s request to impound the congressionally appropriated funds

Archives released too much of Sherrill’s military record to GOP rival’s allies

Washington — A branch of the National Archives released a mostly unredacted version of Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill’s military records to Nicholas De Gregorio, an ally of Jack Ciattarelli, her GOP opponent in the New Jersey governor’s race. The disclosure potentially violates the Privacy Act of 1974 and exemptions established under the Freedom of Information

Former FBI Director James Comey Indicted on 2 Charges

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted on two federal charges. NTD has reactions from Comey and from Trump administration officials. China led several countries in announcing new climate plans this week on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly. NTD speaks to a policy expert to find out more about China’s manipul… Original