federal government shutdown
Abigail Spanberger Makes History as Virginia's First Woman Governor in Decisive Democratic Victory
Nov 05, 2025 10:17 am CST
Former CIA officer and congresswoman Abigail Spanberger has made history by becoming Virginia's first female governor, defeating Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears in a pivotal election that shifts control of the commonwealth back to Democrats. Spanberger's campaign, which balanced economic pragmatism with support for abortion rights, offers potential strategic insights for Democrats heading into the 2026 midterm elections.
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Mass Layoffs During Government Shutdown Crisis
Oct 16, 2025 04:16 am CST
A federal judge in San Francisco has temporarily halted the Trump administration's plans to lay off thousands of federal workers during the ongoing government shutdown, following a lawsuit by labor unions claiming the terminations are illegal. The White House had indicated intentions to terminate over 10,000 federal employees as the shutdown enters its third week amid congressional deadlock over government funding.