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Trump says government shutdown pressures Republicans and suggests ending the filibuster

SMGN November 6, 2025

Former president reflects on election results after record-long shutdown During a meeting with Republican senators, former President Donald Trump said the prolonged federal government shutdown negatively affected recent election results for his party. Trump stated that pollsters identified the shutdown as a major factor influencing voter sentiment against Republicans. “If

Trump-Xi Trade Meeting Raises Hope for U.S. Farm Bailout Amid Tariff Crisis

SMGN October 29, 2025

The White House is facing growing pressure to deliver a long-promised bailout for American farmers caught in the crossfire of the U.S.–China trade war. As President Trump prepares for a decisive meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, tensions are mounting across the agricultural belt, where producers are grappling with billions

U.S. Imposes Tariffs and Ends Aid to Colombia Amid Growing Tensions Over Drug Policy

SMGN October 20, 2025

Washington strengthens its stance toward President Gustavo Petro’s government U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs on Colombian exports and the suspension of American aid to the country, citing insufficient action by President Gustavo Petro’s administration to combat drug production and trafficking. Speaking from Florida, Trump said

New York Attorney General Letitia James Indicted on Federal Charges in Virginia

SMGN October 10, 2025

Federal grand jury accuses James of bank fraud and false statements A federal grand jury in Virginia has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on one count of bank fraud and one count of making a false statement to a financial institution. The indictment stems from a 2020 mortgage

White House Weighs Limiting Back Pay for Federal Workers After Government Shutdown

SMGN October 8, 2025

Legal Debate Centers on the 2019 Government Employee Fair Treatment Act President Donald Trump has suggested that some of the roughly 600,000 furloughed federal employees may not receive back pay once the government reopens, despite a 2019 law designed to ensure full compensation for affected workers during shutdowns. The comments

Air Traffic Staffing Shortages Deepen Travel Delays During U.S. Government Shutdown

SMGN October 7, 2025

Flight disruptions spread nationwide as control centers face understaffing Air travelers across the United States are experiencing growing delays as the ongoing government shutdown disrupts operations in multiple air traffic control centers. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported staffing shortages at more than a dozen facilities, causing significant flight delays

Federal Government Freezes $18 Billion in New York City Infrastructure Projects

SMGN October 2, 2025

Key transportation initiatives face delays On the first day of the federal government shutdown, the Trump administration announced a freeze on $18 billion in funding allocated for infrastructure projects in New York City. The measure primarily affects two major transportation initiatives: the construction of a rail tunnel under the Hudson

Celebrities Revive Historic Committee to Support Free Expression

SMGN October 1, 2025

Over 550 entertainment figures back initiative More than 550 artists, directors, musicians, and writers have relaunched the Committee for the First Amendment, an organization first established in the 1940s after World War II to defend constitutional rights and oppose political repression in the United States. The initiative is being led

U.S. Congress Faces Funding Deadline Amid Health Care Dispute

SMGN September 19, 2025

House of Representatives prepares vote on short-term funding bill The U.S. House of Representatives is preparing to vote on a stopgap measure that would fund federal agencies through November 21. The proposal also includes additional security funding for government officials. However, disagreements over health care could complicate approval ahead of

Trump and Starmer Diverge on Palestinian Statehood and Discuss Ukraine Conflict

SMGN September 18, 2025

Disagreement on Palestinian Recognition President Donald Trump voiced opposition to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s plan to recognize the Palestinian state later this month, unless Israel commits to a peace framework in Gaza. Speaking at a joint press conference, Trump emphasized that the immediate release of hostages in Gaza remains

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Expert Tips to Navigate Flight Delays and Cancellations During Crisis

SMGN November 6, 2025

Widespread flight delays and cancellations are impacting major airports nationwide as the government shutdown, now the longest in history, continues to drag on. Air traffic controller shortages have caused issues at numerous airports for more than a month, creating ripple effects across the entire travel network. In response to the

Trump says government shutdown pressures Republicans and suggests ending the filibuster

SMGN November 6, 2025

U.S. Government Revises SNAP Benefit Cuts, but Millions Still Face Major Reductions

SMGN November 6, 2025

USDA Adjusts Reduction Formula Amid Ongoing Legal and Technical Challenges The U.S. government has revised its plan for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), announcing a smaller reduction in monthly food benefits. According to updated guidance from the Department of Agriculture (USDA), maximum allotments will now be cut by 35%