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President-elect Donald Trump has criticized Congress’ plan to fund the government through March, which could result in a government shutdown.

By a matter of minutes, the federal government averted yet another shutdown. Fingers are again being pointed to determine ...

As a government shutdown looms, here's what to know about which federal agencies and services could be impacted.

When a shutdown happens, the government isn’t able to spend money — with some exceptions — meaning that federal employees across the country would be expected to work without pay until the shutdown ...

During a shutdown, most government workers are furloughed, though many are required to report to work if their job is considered essential. In both cases, employees receive back pay when the shutdown ...

Congress faces a Friday deadline to pass a funding bill. Without a deal, thousands of Florida federal workers could be furloughed. Here's what to know ...

Congress passed a bipartisan deal spending deal after Donald Trump and Elon Musk tanked an earlier bill. The government did ...

When would a federal shutdown start? Which parts of the government would shut down? Will payments to Social Security recipients be affected?

With hours to go before a midnight government shutdown, the House approved a plan that will temporarily fund the government. It heads to the Senate next ...

As many Americans begin their holiday festivities, service members are facing uncertainties as a potential government shutdown looms.