Elections in New Jersey, Virginia, California and elsewhere are the first big opportunity since Trump's 2024 victory to gauge voter sentiment.

President Trump renewed his call for the termination of the filibuster to force through legislation ending the government shutdown, arguing that unless it is eliminated, Democrats were more likely to win elections in 2026 and 2028. The longstanding rule means most Senate legislation needs 60 votes to move forward.

Follow live updates as Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa face off in the NYC mayoral election on Tuesday.

Our live coverage of the government shutdown has concluded for the day. Please scroll through the posts below to learn about Thursday’s developments as well as other news involving the Trump administration.

Millions across the country will discover just how much their plans will cost when open enrollment for Affordable Care Act insurance plans begins on Nov. 1.

Policymakers voted 10-2 in favor of lowering the bank's key lending rate to between 3.75 percent and 4.00 percent, the Fed said in a statement

Voters are heading to the polls across the United States to weigh-in on key races, including the high-stakes battle for New York City mayor between Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa. In Virginia,

Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa make their final efforts to connect with voters ahead of NYC election day.