Trump’s Shutdown Layoffs Deepen Impasse, Angering Democrats

The president’s move to fire federal workers and his threats to make others go without pay were aimed at pressuring Democrats to cut a deal to reopen the government. The tactics have fueled Democrats’ resolve.

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Can C-SPAN Pull Off ‘Crossfire,’ but With Civility?

“Ceasefire” will be the low-key public affairs channel’s first new weekly show in two decades. The question is whether Republicans and Democrats will show up.

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Denying a Handshake to Harris, Senator’s Husband Draws Criticism

The husband of Senator Deb Fischer, Republican of Nebraska, drew criticism online when he failed to accept a handshake offered by Vice President Kamala D. Harris at his wife’s ceremonial swearing-in.

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