Democrats have only hardened their position as the government shutdown enters its 23rd day, leaving Republican majorities in Congress with few answers — and many criticisms.

The Senate has adjourned until Monday, prolonging the government shutdown for several more days. Follow along for live updates.

House Republicans condemn Democrats after Katherine Clark describes the 23-day government shutdown as "leverage" to secure Obamacare subsidy extensions in funding negotiations.

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Inflation data set for release Friday is expected to show inflation ticking up, offering this month’s only official glimpse of the economy amid the shutdown.

The Administration revealed its annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026, which is going to boost benefits by 2.8% next year to account for inflation.

A prolonged shutdown of the U.S. government amid a standoff over funding between Republicans and Democrats in Congress could dent economic growth in the fourth quarter, but much of the lost output would be recovered when normal operations resume.

A big unknown ahead of the September CPI is how much the government shutdown, which started Oct. 1, impacts the data. Ten days later, statisticians at the Bureau of Labor Statistics were called back to work to complete the report.