Congress Reaches Late-Night Deal to Avert Government Shutdown

Lawmakers from both parties struck a last-minute funding agreement early this morning, narrowly avoiding a shutdown that would have furloughed hundreds of thousands of federal workers.

Senate Leaders Praise Bipartisan Spirit Behind the Agreement

What the New Budget Deal Means for Federal Workers

Inside the Final Hours of Negotiations on Capitol Hill

Aides described a chaotic final stretch of talks as both chambers raced to finalize text before the midnight deadline.

Governors Weigh In on Federal Funding Fight

State leaders from both parties said the standoff in Washington left local budgets in limbo for weeks.

The Case for Term Limits, Again

A familiar proposal keeps resurfacing every time gridlock grabs headlines.

White House Press Briefing Cut Short Amid Tense Exchange

Judge Declines to Fast-Track High-Profile Fraud Case

Secret Service Reveals New Details of Protective Detail Changes