Oversight
Play of the Day: The Series Finale of 'Breaking Gov'
Late night comedians tackle the final moments of the government shutdown.
Oversight
Poll: Don't Shut Down the Government Over Obamacare
Despite overall ambivalence toward the law, voters overwhelmingly oppose defunding it.
Oversight
SHUTDOWN: 'Agencies Should Now Execute Plans'
With Congress still deadlocked, OMB orders the first shutdown of government in 17 years.
Oversight
More Than 1/4 of Americans Really Don't Like Their Government Right Now
Anger with the federal government is now the highest since 1997, Pew says.
Management
Obama: Federal Employees Will Be Hit Hard by Shutdown
Feds “will be hurt greatly,” president says in urging action to prevent funding crisis.
Nextgov
Tonight Was Made for C-SPAN Junkies
I, on the other hand, will be getting good rest to continue reporting this insanity tomorrow.
Management
On Shutdown Day, Employees Must Still Show Up
OMB directive would require a half-day to lock things down.
Pay & Benefits
Updated: Agencies Post Shutdown Plans Online
Obama administration directed agencies to provide guidance to employees on Friday, as Oct. 1 deadline nears.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Happy Government Shutdown Eve!
Late-night television lends some perspective on the latest congressional gridlock
Management
The Obscure Law That Governs Shutdowns
A look at the Antideficiency Act, and how it will come into play if Congress can't agree on a spending deal.
Oversight
What One GOP Leader Thinks Will Happen If the Senate Kills the House Spending Plan
House majority whip suggests the Republican leadership is not considering a 'clean' continuing resolution.
Oversight
Bill Clinton: 'If I Were President, I Wouldn't Negotiate' Over Funding Government
Former president defends Obama against a possible shutdown.
Oversight
Congress Looks Resigned to a Shutdown
Republican 'compromise' offers little space for negotiation.
Oversight
House Sends Spending Bill Back to Senate, Brings Shutdown Closer
Measure contains language to protect military pay if the government closes.
Oversight
Shutdown ‘Damage Is Already Done,’ Unions Say
State Department employees rally to keep government open, but say morale has been irrevocably harmed.
Oversight
Senate Sends Measure to Avert a Shutdown Back to the House
Latest version extends funding through Nov. 15, funds Obamacare.
Oversight
Senator Says Politics Have Reached Civil War Levels
Sen. Tom Harkin to Congress: 'We are at one of the most dangerous points in our history.'
Oversight