How does a government shutdown affect the economy?
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The government shutdown is underway Wednesday after Congress deadlocked on a spending deal marking the first shutdown in nearly seven years. The shutdown could affect paychecks, economic reports, and more. LiveNOW's Andy Mac spoke about the potential impacts with MarketWatch's Rob Schroeder.

Rep. Flood (R-NE) says GOP does not want shutdown
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Rep. Mike Flood, a Republican, represents Nebraska's 1st Congressional District. He joins LiveNOW?s Andy Mac to discuss the ongoing shutdown of the federal government. The shutdown comes after Congress deadlocked on a spending deal and marks the first government shutdown in nearly seven years.

Day 1: Federal government shutdown
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The U.S. government shut down much of its operations on Wednesday after Republicans and Democrats in the Senate failed to agree on a funding plan. LiveNOW's Josh Breslow breaks down what's next with FOX News Radio's Ryan Schmelz.

Just 3 states are responsible for 80% of known school book bans

An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states. 

GOP leaders react to government shutdown
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House Speaker Johnson alongside Senate Majority Leader Thune other Republican lawmakers react to government shutdown.

VP Vance on government shutdown
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Vice President JD Vance joins FOX & Friends to discuss government shutdown.

Government shutdown begins. What happens now?

While many federal agencies still operate during the shutdown, government employees’ jobs and several public services will be impacted. Here’s what you need to know.

Here's how a government shutdown affects student loan payments

The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed. 

Government shutdown: Viewer questions answered
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The U.S. is under its first federal government shutdown in nearly seven years after Senate Democrats rejected a Republican-backed bill to keep funding the government. Government funding legislation was not passed by Congress on Tuesday night, which means many government offices across the nation will be temporarily shuttered, and nonexempt federal employees will be furloughed, adding to the strain on workers and the nation?s economy. Political Analyst, Richard Gordon answers your questions.

Does Social Security stop in government shutdown? What to know

Social Security is a program that relies on permanent spending already approved by Congress, so it continues during a shutdown. But some activities from the SSA will be suspended.

Government shutdown begins: Live updates as shutdown takes effect

The U.S. government is under its first federal government shutdown in almost seven years as Senate Democrats have voted down a Republican bill to keep funding the government.

Government shutdown starts: Here's what closes during a shutdown

The U.S. government shut down early Wednesday morning after Congress failed to pass a funding bill. Here’s what it means for federal workers, key services, and everyday Americans.

Midnight deadline looms as government nears shutdown
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The United States government is inching closer to a shutdown tonight. If funding legislation does not get passed by Congress and signed by President Donald Trump, many government offices across the nation will be temporarily shuttered and nonexempt federal employees will be furloughed. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is speaking this evening to David Dulio the Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University.

Updates from Congress as shutdown deadline approaches
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The Senate has adjourned for the night without approving a funding bill to keep the government open after midnight tonight. Without an agreement, nonessential government offices will close. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is learning more about what comes next for Congress with Cami Mondeaux, a congressional correspondent for Deseret News covering both the House and Senate.

Government shutdown expected tonight at midnight
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The U.S. government is facing its first federal government shutdown in almost seven years. Without an agreement by Tuesday night, nonessential government offices will close and federal workers will face furloughs or unpaid work. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is learning about the potential impacts of a government shutdown with Political Analyst Brian Sobel.

Government shutdown imminent after measure rejected
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At the moment, all indicators are pointing towards an imminent government shutdown at midnight tonight. This would mark the first shutdown in almost seven years. Republican and Democratic leaders have spent much of this week blaming each other for the back and forth. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is joined by Savannah Behrmann, a Senate Correspondent at the National Journal, who has the latest on the situation.

Latest updates from Congress as shutdown looms
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The U.S. is likely to face its first federal government shutdown in nearly seven years after Senate Democrats rejected a Republican-backed bill to keep funding the government. This means a shutdown will almost certainly take place at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday. Reporting from Capitol Hill tonight, Fox News Radio's Ryan Schmelz joins LiveNOW's J Russell with the latest updates.