The Government has shutdown. They couldn't come to an agreement so it has shutdown. This affects many people, especially those in our military. Our military personnel still have to report and do their jobs, but they won't be collecting a paycheck. Many other government employees are showing up to work and not getting paid as well.
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Republican senator says she understands Senate leaders have reached an agreement to avoid a Treasury default and reopen the government after a 16-day partial shutdown.
WASHINGTON (AP) — A spokesman for House Speaker John Boehner (BAY-nur) says President Barack Obama has called the speaker to say he still won't negotiate on ending the partial government shutdown or raising the nation's debt limit.
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi says no progress has been made toward ending the government shutdown because "it's very hard to negotiate with the Republicans when they can't negotiate with themselves."