With FY2025 spending settled, lawmakers shift focus to FY2026 budgetDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of March 24, 2025.By Leo Shane III7 weeks ago
Senate passes six-month funding bill to avoid government shutdownThe Senate passed the bill hours before a government shutdown, overcoming Democratic opposition to the measure and sending it to President Trump's desk.8 weeks ago
Stopgap budget bill includes extra funds for military, VA programs The six-month budget bill must be approved by lawmakers before Friday night to avoid a partial government shutdown.By Leo Shane III9 weeks ago
Congress faces Friday budget deadline to avoid government shutdownDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of March 10, 2025.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
Congress readies troop pay protections as federal shutdown looms againIf lawmakers do not pass a new budget bill by March 14, funding for most federal programs and serives will run out.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
Hegseth confirmed as next defense secretary by narrow Senate voteHegseth's confirmation vote was the narrowest ever for a defense secretary nominee.By Leo Shane III3 months ago
