Local Organizations React to Government Shutdown

Local organizations react to government shutdown

The Senate failed to agree on a budget, shutting down federal operations and impacting the Idaho National Guard. Non-essential activities are halted.

Senate majority leader says shutdown was avoidable

John Thune, the Senate majority leader, blamed Democrats for the government shutdown, saying they have "taken the American people hostage."

Federal agencies continue some operations as funding lapses

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Did the Federal Government Shut Down in 2025? Updates and What It Affects

After Senate funding plans failed, millions are asking what a shutdown would mean for federal workers and public services. Find out more about the situation here.

Senate Democrats have sacrificed American public with failed funding vote, Thune says

On the heels of a failed vote to fund the government, Senate Majority Leader John Thune laid the blame at the feet of Democrats and said he would continue to press them to vote for a temporary funding bill.