During a government shutdown, only programs deemed essential for protecting life and property are kept operational. The employees who staff those critical programs do not get paid for their work until ...

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A view of the U.S. Capitol following rain showers on the eighth day of the federal government shutdown on Oct. 8 in Washington. President Donald Trump said on Oct. 6 that he would be "happy" to ...

Walz said he was a target for President Donald Trump's administration, attracting federal actions intended to "destroy the ...

During the pandemic, fraud skyrocketed as government agencies attempted to get critical funds quickly out the door to people in need. Domestic and international crime rings took advantage of outdated ...