The U.S. government has undergone a shutdown due to the failure of both Republicans and Democrats to pass a spending bill by the end of Tuesday. This has resulted in the suspension of government services, leading to unpaid leave for numerous federal employees. The duration of this shutdown remains uncertain, raising questions about its preventability.
Furthermore, President Donald Trump and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth recently convened a rare meeting with the nation’s top military officials, presenting their fresh perspective on the future direction of the U.S. military.
To delve deeper into these developments, Alex Shephard, a senior editor at The New Republic, provides insights and analysis.
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