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Trump’s tariffs and the government shutdown continue to affect the economy. Follow live updates on the Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq and other markets, including bitcoin and gold.

The arraignment comes amid new reporting suggesting the Justice Department may not have a strong case against Trump’s longtime political foe.

Workers at the Internal Revenue Service, who were previously exempted from furloughs because their work is considered necessary, have started to receive furlough notices. According to a revised shutdo

Thursday’s episode of the Third Hour of the TODAY Show was pre-recorded, as Craig Melvin’s co-hosts – Dylan Dreyer, Al Roker, and Sheinelle Jones – were all absent.

The stalemate on Capitol Hill continues, with Democratic and Republican proposals to fund the government and end the shutdown failing to advance in the Senate on Thursday. House Speaker Mike Johnson said that he will not bring the House back to pass a standalone bill amid a government shutdown.