National News – September 29, 2025

• Possible Government Shutdown
  
  The U.S. faces a likely government shutdown this week. About 41% of Health and Human Services employees would be furloughed, along with staff at the CDC and NIH.
  
  — Reported by Reuters

• Economic Data at Risk
  
  The Labor Department says it would suspend key economic reports, including the September jobs report, if the shutdown goes forward. That’s worrying investors and economists.
  
  — Reported by Reuters

• White House Negotiations
  
  Congressional leaders met with President Trump in a last-minute attempt to avoid a shutdown. The biggest disagreements are over healthcare spending and budget cuts.
  
  — Reported by Associated Press (AP)

• Mass Federal Worker Resignations
  
  Over 100,000 federal employees are expected to resign Tuesday, part of the administration’s push to dramatically shrink the federal workforce.
  
  — Reported by The Guardian

• Troops Ordered to Portland
  
  President Trump says he’s sending U.S. troops to Portland, Oregon, to protect federal buildings. Local officials are strongly against it.
  
  — Reported by Associated Press (AP)