Event Brief
Lawmakers Struggle Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown
Filed: Feb 16, 2026 at 5:04 AM ET
Summary: Lawmakers remain at an impasse as the partial government shutdown continues, with talks ongoing.
WHO: Lawmakers, Officials
WHAT: Partial government shutdown, Ukraine war discussions
WHEN: Feb 16, 2026 at 4:43 AM ET
WHERE: Washington, D.C.
WHY: No agreement reached on government funding
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