The federal government partially shut down early Saturday as Congress did not agree on funding for several agencies before the midnight deadline.

The chances of a partial government shutdown have become increasingly likely in recent days as Senate Democrats outline demands to reform the Department of Homeland Security, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement, in the wake of Alex Pretti's killing.

Government shutdown 2026: This is the second time in a matter of months that federal operations have been disrupted as Congress digs in, using the annual funding process as leverage to extract policy changes.

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The IRS's ability to stay open during a shutdown depends on funding. How will filings and refunds be impacted?

Greg Barbaccia said he is working with the National Design Studio to deliver a consistent experience across federal websites.

Federal officials announced that 700 agents will withdraw from Minnesota following weeks of tension after two U.S. citizens were killed by federal agents. Roughly 2,000 officers will remain as ICE operations continue.

Minnesota’s Republican congressional delegation is trying to put pressure on Secretary of State Steve Simon to comply with federal requests for the state’s voter rolls, the latest volley in a monthslong battle between the state and federal government over the data.