Government shutdown deadline just hours away as Senate works to pass deal

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NFL, State Department Sign Memorandum of Understanding

New England Patriots offensive tackle Morgan Moses (76) and tight end Hunter Henry celebrate after the AFC Championship NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Denver on Jan. 25, 2026. Ashley Landis/AP Photo WASHINGTON—The NFL and the U.S. State Department signed a memorandum of understanding on Jan. 29 to establish a public-private partnership to

Trump’s Deal to Avert Government Shutdown Hits Snags as Senators Block Quick Vote

The U.S. Capitol building after a snowstorm in Washington on Jan. 28, 2026. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times A bipartisan deal brokered by President Donald Trump and Senate leaders to avert a partial government shutdown ran into trouble late on Jan. 29 as objections from lawmakers prevented a quick vote. The Senate had been hoping to

House Republicans to Introduce Voting Reform Bill With Voter ID, Proof of Citizenship Rules

Voting booths are set up at a polling place in Newtown, Pa., on April 23, 2024. Matt Rourke/AP Photo House Republicans on Jan. 29 said they plan to roll out a comprehensive election reform bill that would set requirements for elections, including for photo IDs and proof of citizenship. House Administration Committee Chair Rep. Bryan