Congress update: It’s day 23 of the government shutdown. Federal employees—both those still working and those furloughed—are starting to miss paychecks. And, if the shutdown drags on too long, funding for SNAP food aid, Head Start programs and essential air service may run dry. A pair of “rifle shot” bills aimed at specific pain points could come up on the Senate floor this week. Grace Yarrow and Meredith Lee Hill report.
A Senate vote to reject Brazil’s global tariffs could be delayed. A delay would give senators more time to study the measure and consult with their constituents, sources tell Jordain Carney. They also need Justice Department guidance on how much to share with members, one source says.
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