Latest "shutdown" stories

Another government shutdown looms. But why is the fully funded Pentagon concerned?

The Pentagon will remain open if the government shuts down again, but that doesn't mean it won't be impacted.

By Joe Gould and Aaron Mehta

4 years ago

As shutdown continues, lawmakers look to pay Coast Guard

Coast Guard members could miss their next paycheck unless a solution is found to the government shutdown.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

The lame-duck Congress has a national security to-do list

Here are three items on the national security agenda for Congress.

4 years ago

Commentary: It's time for moderates to take the lead

In the military we put aside our differences to accomplish the mission. Our country needs to be more like the military.

By Capt. Kevin Caneco

5 years ago

Mattis: Year-long continuing resolution would threaten troops’ pay

Pilots won't fly, spare parts won't be purchased and needed new service members won't be accepted if Congress funds government through continuing resolution, Mattis said.

By Tara Copp

5 years ago

This week in Congress: Dueling budgets for this year and next

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Feb. 5.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago