Government Shutdown | Day 39 The Senate extends work into the weekend. The Supreme Court blocked a lower court order that required full SNAP funding for November, halting roughly $4 billion in additional benefits. In Congress, the Shutdown Fairness Act, which would have continued pay for “excepted” federal employees working without pay, failed 53 to 43. Opponents argue it would create an unequal system and reduce pressure to end the shutdown, saying if pay continues it should apply to all federa

🗓️House Schedule | November 17th The House returns for a full legislative session tomorrow. Eight bills are set for consideration under suspension of the rules; meaning quick debate, no amendments, and a two-thirds vote threshold. Two have already passed the Senate and could head to the President next. | Neut

📊Congress Activity Report | November 7th 🏛️ In the Senate: The Shutdown Fairness Act ❌ failed. Two measures passed: 1️⃣ Increased pensions for Medal of Honor recipients and surviving spouses — now heads to the President. 2️⃣ A resolution condemning China’s persecution of religious minorities. Two measures were reported from committee: • To streamline federal disaster data sharing. • To ensure other transaction agreements are reported to USASpending.gov. 🏠 In the House: Only a pro forma sessio