WASHINGTON — Do senators get paid during government shutdowns? A new Senate rule would delay their salaries during future federal funding lapses, but the money would still be released after the shutdown ends. The U.S. Senate voted unanimously on Thursday, May 14, 2026, to withhold senators’ pay whenever a government shutdown affects one or more federal agencies. Senate Shutdown Pay Rule Explained The measure, sponsored by Sen. John Kennedy,
WASHINGTON — Do senators get paid during government shutdowns? A new Senate rule would delay their salaries during future federal funding lapses, but the money would still be released after the shutdown ends. The U.S. Senate voted unanimously on Thursday, May 14, 2026, to withhold senators’ pay whenever a government shutdown affects one or more federal agencies. Senate Shutdown Pay Rule Explained The measure, sponsored by Sen. John Kennedy,
Karoline Leavitt Baby News: What Happened? Karoline Leavitt has welcomed her baby daughter Vivian while serving in one of the most demanding roles in U.S. politics. The White House press secretary confirmed the birth, sharing that both mother and baby are healthy. A Rare Moment in White House History At just 28, Leavitt continued of
Karoline Leavitt Baby News: What Happened? Karoline Leavitt has welcomed her baby daughter Vivian while serving in one of the most demanding roles in U.S. politics. The White House press secretary confirmed the birth, sharing that both mother and baby are healthy. A Rare Moment in White House History At just 28, Leavitt continued of
King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived at the White House on Tuesday evening for a formal state dinner hosted by Donald
King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived at the White House on Tuesday evening for a formal state dinner hosted by Donald
A security incident disrupted a high-profile gathering in Washington, D.C., after a gunman reportedly breached a checkpoint during an event attended by senior US officials on Apr . Authorities confirmed that the situation prompted an immediate evacuation of key figures, including the president, vice president, and senior law enforcement leadership. Secret Service personnel secured the area within minutes and escorted attendees to safety, preventing further escalation. Preliminary in
A security incident disrupted a high-profile gathering in Washington, D.C., after a gunman reportedly breached a checkpoint during an event attended by senior US officials on Apr . Authorities confirmed that the situation prompted an immediate evacuation of key figures, including the president, vice president, and senior law enforcement leadership. Secret Service personnel secured the area within minutes and escorted attendees to safety, preventing further escalation. Preliminary in
Debate over rhetoric intensifies after Washington shooting White House shooting sparks political blame and media backlash as a weekend incident tied to threats against President Donald Trump fueled a sharp exchange between media figures and administration officials. The shooting occurred Saturday night, though authorities have not publicly released a precise time.
Debate over rhetoric intensifies after Washington shooting White House shooting sparks political blame and media backlash as a weekend incident tied to threats against President Donald Trump fueled a sharp exchange between media figures and administration officials. The shooting occurred Saturday night, though authorities have not publicly released a precise time.
A historic state visit begins in Washington King Charles III and Queen Camilla were formally received by Donald Trump at the White House on Monday April 27, 2026 afternoon, marking the
A historic state visit begins in Washington King Charles III and Queen Camilla were formally received by Donald Trump at the White House on Monday April 27, 2026 afternoon, marking the
Suspect charged in attack on Trump WASHINGTON — A man accused of attempting to attack President Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner has been formally charged with attempted assassination, following a violent incident that disrupted the high-profile event on Saturday night, April 25, 2026 (local time in Washington, DC).
Suspect charged in attack on Trump WASHINGTON — A man accused of attempting to attack President Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner has been formally charged with attempted assassination, following a violent incident that disrupted the high-profile event on Saturday night, April 25, 2026 (local time in Washington, DC).
White House dinner shooting and Wide Awakes link The White House dinner shooting on April 25, 2026, has become a major national security concern after suspect Cole Tomas Allen was linked to the Wide Awakes political group, according to investigators. The 31-year-old from Torrance, California, allegedly breached security at the Washington Hilton and opened fire, injuring a law enforcement officer during the high-profile event. US President Do
White House dinner shooting and Wide Awakes link The White House dinner shooting on April 25, 2026, has become a major national security concern after suspect Cole Tomas Allen was linked to the Wide Awakes political group, according to investigators. The 31-year-old from Torrance, California, allegedly breached security at the Washington Hilton and opened fire, injuring a law enforcement officer during the high-profile event. US President Do
President Donald Trump responded strongly during an interview following the recent shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, pushing back against references to a manifesto allegedly written by the suspect. The confrontation occurred when a journalist cited language from the document during a discussion about the attack and its possible motives. The suspect, identified
President Donald Trump responded strongly during an interview following the recent shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, pushing back against references to a manifesto allegedly written by the suspect. The confrontation occurred when a journalist cited language from the document during a discussion about the attack and its possible motives. The suspect, identified
FBI Director Kash Patel faces growing exit speculation amid Trump administration reshuffle talks, controversy, and a $250 million defamation lawsuit over media allegations. FBI Director Kash Patel may exit amid Trump administration reshuffle talks as speculation intensifies within Washington over potential leadership changes, according to a report that cites unnamed senior officials familiar with internal discussions. The report did not specify a date or time for t
FBI Director Kash Patel faces growing exit speculation amid Trump administration reshuffle talks, controversy, and a $250 million defamation lawsuit over media allegations. FBI Director Kash Patel may exit amid Trump administration reshuffle talks as speculation intensifies within Washington over potential leadership changes, according to a report that cites unnamed senior officials familiar with internal discussions. The report did not specify a date or time for t
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed relief that Donald Trump, Melania Trump, and
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed relief that Donald Trump, Melania Trump, and
In a new infrastructure decision, Donald Trump has announced plans to renovate the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool by applying a specialized coating designed to resemble a swimming pool surface in what he described as “American flag blue.” The project aims to address long-standing concerns about leaka
In a new infrastructure decision, Donald Trump has announced plans to renovate the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool by applying a specialized coating designed to resemble a swimming pool surface in what he described as “American flag blue.” The project aims to address long-standing concerns about leaka
Pentagon confirms Navy Secretary John Phelan's sudden exit as Hung Cao becomes acting leader, signaling a major US defense leadership shift in Washington, DC. Pentagon announces sudden departure of Navy Secretary John Phelan as the Defense Department confirmed on Wednesday, April 23, 2026, that John Phelan is leaving his position effective immediately, marking a su
Pentagon confirms Navy Secretary John Phelan's sudden exit as Hung Cao becomes acting leader, signaling a major US defense leadership shift in Washington, DC. Pentagon announces sudden departure of Navy Secretary John Phelan as the Defense Department confirmed on Wednesday, April 23, 2026, that John Phelan is leaving his position effective immediately, marking a su
Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick, alleging that a recent article falsely portrayed him as an alcoholic unfit for public office. Th
Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick, alleging that a recent article falsely portrayed him as an alcoholic unfit for public office. Th