Trump Signs Memo Expanding His Authority to Spend Federal Money – The New York Times
Trump is opting some of the government out of the shutdown – The Washington Post
Journalists turn in access badges, exit Pentagon rather than agree to new reporting rules – AP News
Greer, Bessent blast China's rare earths curbs, urge Beijing not to implement them – Reuters
Hegseth’s plane makes emergency stop in UK – Politico
Trump admin federal job cuts likely to be 'north of 10,000,' Vought says – CNBC
Government shutdown live updates as Senate prepares for 9th vote to fund government – CBS News


