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US Shutdown Continues as Senate Blocks Extension

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

The U.S. federal government remains shut down after the Senate again failed to pass a funding extension on October 3, deepening a partisan stalemate in Congress. House Cancels Sessions Lawmakers have stalled on key votes, and the House of Representatives has announced it will remain out of session next week, further delaying efforts to resolve […]

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Trump Warns of Firings Amid U.S. Government Shutdown

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that federal employee firings could take place if the current government shutdown continues. The shutdown began on October 1, 2025, after Congress failed to pass funding measures. Trump placed blame on Democrats for the deadlock, saying their actions led to the crisis. He also hinted at “big plans” for […]

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US Government Shuts Down Over Funding Deadlock

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2025

The U.S. federal government entered a partial shutdown at 12:01 a.m. EDT on October 1, 2025, after Congress failed to pass legislation to keep operations funded. The impasse stemmed from disagreements over health subsidies, Medicaid cuts, and overall federal spending. How Shutdown Happened Both rival proposals—from Republicans and Democrats—were rejected in the Senate on

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White House Directs Agencies To Plan Mass Firings

By BPN News Desk September 25, 2025

 The White House has instructed federal agencies to prepare for large-scale firings if a government shutdown occurs. This order is more aggressive than past shutdown protocols. Unlike Past Shutdowns Traditionally, non-essential federal employees are furloughed—temporarily sent home with pay restored later. This new plan would permanently eliminate positions in programs