Democrats dominated Election Day 2025. The Supreme Court blocked a court order compelling the Trump administration to fully fund SNAP for November. This is now the longest shutdown in U.S. history, and the impact on air travel is being felt. Nancy Pelosi announced her retirement plans. And a federal judge handed down a crucial ruling regarding the National Guard in Portland.

Here are the top stories involving the U.S. government this past week.

Election Day 2025

The Democratic Party dominated Election Day 2025 , winning the top four most talked-about races as well as many under-the-radar contests.

In Virginia and New Jersey , Democrats Abigail Spanberger and Mikie Sherrill won their gubernatorial elections. Spanberger, a former member of Congress, will become the first f

See Full Page