Senate leaders weigh in on procedural shutdown vote
Ahead of voting on a measure that would extend government funding and carve a path towards ending the shutdown, key Senators spoke on the floor. Sen. Jerry Moran (R-KS), Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME), Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) weighed in ahead of the measure being called to a vote.
Ahead of voting on a measure that would extend government funding and carve a path towards ending the shutdown, key Senators spoke on the floor. Sen. Jerry Moran (R-KS), Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME), Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) weighed in ahead of the measure being called to a vote.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott launches 2026 re-election campaign
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his re-election bid for a fourth term in 2026, aiming to become the state's longest-serving governor while emphasizing continued economic growth and conservative policies.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his re-election bid for a fourth term in 2026, aiming to become the state's longest-serving governor while emphasizing continued economic growth and conservative policies.
TX Gov. Abbott announces reelection bid
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) announced his bid for reelection in Houston on Sunday evening.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) announced his bid for reelection in Houston on Sunday evening.
Trump says end of shutdown is 'very close'
While briefly speaking to reporters Sunday evening, President Trump said that it "looks like we’re getting very close to the shutdown ending." The Senate is expected to convene late Sunday for a test vote that could pave the way to ending the shutdown.
While briefly speaking to reporters Sunday evening, President Trump said that it "looks like we’re getting very close to the shutdown ending." The Senate is expected to convene late Sunday for a test vote that could pave the way to ending the shutdown.
Air Force One flies over the Washington Commanders stadium
Air Force One made a flyover above the Washington Commanders stadium in Landover, Maryland, ahead of President Trump attending the game against the Detroit Lions.
Air Force One made a flyover above the Washington Commanders stadium in Landover, Maryland, ahead of President Trump attending the game against the Detroit Lions.
Senate expected to vote on potential shutdown deal
Semafor's Eleanor Mjueller joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss a possible vote expected in the Senate on Sunday evening that could pave the way for an end to the government shutdown.
Semafor's Eleanor Mjueller joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss a possible vote expected in the Senate on Sunday evening that could pave the way for an end to the government shutdown.
Trump administration tells states to ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts
President Donald Trump's administration is demanding that states reverse full SNAP benefits issued under recent court orders.
President Donald Trump's administration is demanding that states reverse full SNAP benefits issued under recent court orders.
Election recap: Democrats sweep key races
On Tuesday, Democrats scored major victories in key races across the United States. LiveNOW's Josh Breslow breaks down election results with Virginia Tech's Cayce Myers.
On Tuesday, Democrats scored major victories in key races across the United States. LiveNOW's Josh Breslow breaks down election results with Virginia Tech's Cayce Myers.
VP JD Vance speaks at Marine Corps Ball in D.C.
Vice President JD Vance honored the United States Marine Corps with a speech at the annual Marine Corps Ball on Saturday evening in Washington, D.C. He was introduced by Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric M. Smith. The two later raised a toast as the Marines celebrate its 250th birthday.
Vice President JD Vance honored the United States Marine Corps with a speech at the annual Marine Corps Ball on Saturday evening in Washington, D.C. He was introduced by Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric M. Smith. The two later raised a toast as the Marines celebrate its 250th birthday.
SNAP benefit funding remains in limbo amid shutdown
Associated Press White House reporter Will Weissert joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss where the fight over funding SNAP benefits amid the federal government shutdown stands.
Associated Press White House reporter Will Weissert joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss where the fight over funding SNAP benefits amid the federal government shutdown stands.
Government shutdown latest: Senators working through the weekend; 1,000 flights canceled
Senators will be working through the weekend for the first time since the government shutdown began 39 days ago.
Senators will be working through the weekend for the first time since the government shutdown began 39 days ago.
How the government shutdown will affect international flights
Federal government shutdown has snarled travel across the U.S. Here's what to expect if you have an international flight coming up.
Federal government shutdown has snarled travel across the U.S. Here's what to expect if you have an international flight coming up.
Rep. Buddy Carter introduces MAMDANI Act
After officially winning the race for mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani is facing even more heat from President Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress. U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA) is introducing the MAMDANI Act, which would cut off federal funds to New York City. The congressman joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to explain the bill and how it would work.
After officially winning the race for mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani is facing even more heat from President Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress. U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA) is introducing the MAMDANI Act, which would cut off federal funds to New York City. The congressman joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to explain the bill and how it would work.
Supreme Court blocks full SNAP payments
The Supreme Court on Friday temporarily blocked a lower court order requiring the Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits during the government shutdown. A judge had ordered the payments by Friday, but the administration appealed, saying it lacked sufficient funds and sought to continue partial payments. Ron Zambrano, an LA trial attorney joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to discuss what happens next.
The Supreme Court on Friday temporarily blocked a lower court order requiring the Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits during the government shutdown. A judge had ordered the payments by Friday, but the administration appealed, saying it lacked sufficient funds and sought to continue partial payments. Ron Zambrano, an LA trial attorney joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to discuss what happens next.
Saturday senate session amid government shutdown
Senator John Thune addressed Congress as the government shutdown entered its 39th day. Thune stated that the American people are growing weary and noted that, for the first time since the shutdown began, Democrats are showing a willingness to consider reopening the government.
Senator John Thune addressed Congress as the government shutdown entered its 39th day. Thune stated that the American people are growing weary and noted that, for the first time since the shutdown began, Democrats are showing a willingness to consider reopening the government.
Duffy: 20% flight reductions possible
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned on Friday that if the government shutdown continues, he may require airlines to reduce their flight schedules by as much as 20%. Airlines were already rushing to comply with new government orders to scale back operations. The Federal Aviation Administration directed airlines to cancel 4% of flights at 40 major airports on Friday, with those cuts expected to increase to 10% by November 14.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned on Friday that if the government shutdown continues, he may require airlines to reduce their flight schedules by as much as 20%. Airlines were already rushing to comply with new government orders to scale back operations. The Federal Aviation Administration directed airlines to cancel 4% of flights at 40 major airports on Friday, with those cuts expected to increase to 10% by November 14.
Recapping this week's election results
Voters in election races across the country backed Democrats including in New York, New Jersey and Virginia. Democrats also scored another win out in California where a new congressional map was approved by voters. Joining LiveNOW to explain how this impacts the Republican party is Mike Hahn, GOP Strategist
Voters in election races across the country backed Democrats including in New York, New Jersey and Virginia. Democrats also scored another win out in California where a new congressional map was approved by voters. Joining LiveNOW to explain how this impacts the Republican party is Mike Hahn, GOP Strategist
Trump to attend Sunday's Lions-Commanders game
President Donald Trump will be in attendance when the Washington Commanders take on the Detroit Lions in their Week 10 matchup this Sunday.
President Donald Trump will be in attendance when the Washington Commanders take on the Detroit Lions in their Week 10 matchup this Sunday.
Report: JFK's grandson to run for Congress
Politico reporter Jason Beeferman joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss his scoop that former President John F. Kennedy's grandson, Jack Schlossberg, is set to announce run for Congress. Schlossberg's reported plan is to run for current Rep. Jerry Nadler's (D-NY) seat, who won't be seeking reelection next year representing New York's 12th District. This news comes the same day Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) officially announced her run for governor of New York.
Politico reporter Jason Beeferman joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss his scoop that former President John F. Kennedy's grandson, Jack Schlossberg, is set to announce run for Congress. Schlossberg's reported plan is to run for current Rep. Jerry Nadler's (D-NY) seat, who won't be seeking reelection next year representing New York's 12th District. This news comes the same day Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) officially announced her run for governor of New York.
SNAP funding fight: Trump appeals to Supreme Court
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to take up their request to suspend any court orders requiring it to spend more money to fully fund SNAP. A federal judge denied the administration's request earlier on Friday, and left the order in place. LiveNOW's Christina Evans spoke about the legal battle with former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani.
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to take up their request to suspend any court orders requiring it to spend more money to fully fund SNAP. A federal judge denied the administration's request earlier on Friday, and left the order in place. LiveNOW's Christina Evans spoke about the legal battle with former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani.