Since the shutdown began on Oct. 1, Democrats and Republicans have been locked in a stalemate over government funding. They have voted 13 times unsuccessfully to end the shutdown, the last one failing 54-45 on Oct. 28. 60 votes are needed for passage.

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), also known as food stamps, will be cut off for 42 million Americas beginning Nov. 1, including nearly 2 million in Pennsylvania and 500,000 in Philadelphia. Most recipients of federal food assistance are elderly people, families with children, and disabled people.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The government shutdown has been a source of anxiety for school leaders wondering how long grant money will last and who can help them interpret federal laws. For Education Secretary Linda McMahon, it offers a preview of what she hopes to make permanent.

Social security payments, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and benefits for retirement, disability and survivors, continue uninterrupted during government shutdowns. If you receive these services, you can expect to get your Social Security check or direct deposit as usual.

Get live updates and the latest news as Trump concludes Asia trip after meeting Xi Jinping in South Korea and the government shutdown continues.

Panelists discuss the month-long government shutdown and President Donald Trump calling on the Senate to end the filibuster on ‘Special Report.’

For the first time in 30 days, some senators are saying they are cautiously optimistic about resolving the standstill on Capital Hill.

Rob Jetten would be the Netherlands' youngest and first openly gay prime minister, but he must win the support of several other parties to form a government.