A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration's mass layoffs as the government shutdown drags on, pausing the cuts for thousands of workers.

As the shutdown stretches into its third week, no single off-ramp seems certain. But many factors could shift lawmakers' calculus over time.

The stalemate on Capitol Hill continues as the government shutdown enters its 15th day. Progressive lawmakers Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez participate in a CNN town hall.

Up until 45 years ago, government shutdowns in the U.S. did not happen. That changed in 1980 because of an opinion on a law ...

Federal agencies on Friday started issuing layoff notices aimed at reducing the size of the federal government.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Entering the third week of a government shutdown, Democrats say they are not intimidated or cowed by ...

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order on Wednesday directing the Pentagon to ensure active-duty ...

Some states are warning that funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program may not be available if the government shutdown continues.

The federal government shutdown could impact a lawsuit challenging the construction of a state-run immigration detention ...

The ongoing government shutdown is causing financial and personal strain for many federal workers and military families, as a ...

Wednesday marked the first missed paycheck for some government workers, intensifying stress among employees and their ...