Ariana Figueroa

Beshear, 48, is widely expected to make a presidential run in 2028, and did not rule out a bid when members of the audience at a Washington event asked how he would govern if he won the presidency.

The shutdown highlighted the stark differences Republicans and Democrats hold on health care as prices for insurance continue to spike.

The 222-209 vote marked the first time that chamber took up a bill since mid-September.

There was no immediate word from USDA on how it will implement the judicial orders, while the administration sought guidance from the courts.

The move comes despite the absence of congressional action.

Approximately 300 Fort Campbell soldiers are among those who have been deployed to the southern border so far this year.

The EPA has until Jan. 17 to make a decision on paraquat’s future availability.

CNN will host the debate with no audience present. Moderators will be announced later.

A Department of Labor final rule means millions of salaried workers who are employed in the executive, administrative or professional industries will become eligible for overtime pay.

McConnell, who turned 82 last week, cited the death of his wife’s sister several weeks ago, as an event that prompted him to think about his future.

While Republicans have relentlessly attacked the plan as a "bailout," Wednesday's separate resolution forced vulnerable Democrats up for reelection in 2024 to take a public stance on the issue.