Why the Shutdown Is About to Get Even Worse

Why the shutdown is about to get even worse

As the federal government shutdown extends into its 27th day with no resolution in sight, no active talks between Democratic and Republican leaders, and President Donald Trump focused on his White House ballroom project while heading off to Asia, millions of Americans are bracing for mounting hardship.Speaker of the House Mike Johnson kicked off the week with a press conference during which he blamed Democrats for the shutdown:“Democrats are req…

Why the Shutdown Is About to Get Even Worse

As the federal government shutdown extends into its 27th day with no resolution in sight, no active talks between Democratic and Republican leaders, and President Donald Trump focused on his White House ballroom project while heading off to Asia, millions of Americans are bracing for mounting hardship. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson kicked off the week with a press conference during which he blamed Democrats for the shutdown: “Democrats are r…