Partisan blame game heats up after the government shuts down
Lawmakers will resume deal talks early Saturday after the Senate blocked a short-term spending bill that triggered a dramatic government shutdown at the stroke of midnight Friday. The primary cause of the shutdown: An impasse over President Trump's border and immigration policies, a key campaign promise that became entangled with a measure to renew the government's spending authority. After the vote, both Democrats and Republicans pointed fingers and immediately blamed the other side.It could be several days before the full impact of the shutdown, which comes on the one-year anniversary of Trump’s inauguration, is fully felt by the public. Here’s a look at what you can expect during the Government Shutdown of 2018.
The U.S. government shut down at midnight after Congress failed to resolve a partisan standoff over immigration and spending. In a late-night vote, Senate Democrats blocked a bill that would have kept the government running for four weeks. (Jan. 20) AP
Women's March is back across USA, and this year it's focused on voters
The Women’s March is back, marking the anniversary of last year’s anti-Trump protest that drew millions around the globe. The focus in 2018 is on the midterm elections: registering voters, garnering political power and, for some women, running. Rallies will take place throughout the weekend across the country, including in New York, Washington, Los Angeles and Chicago on Saturday. The main Power to the Polls rally will be in Las Vegas on Sunday. What else is different this year? Organizers are striving for more inclusivity, and that's why you might not see as many pink pussyhats on protesters.
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Look for Oscars hints at Screen Actors Guild Awards
The next stop this Hollywood awards season is the Screen Actors Guild Awards. The show airs at 8 p.m. ET/5 PT Sunday on TNT and TBS. What will they be wearing? Red carpet coverage starts about two hours before, including on USA TODAY's Facebook page. The SAG Awards are often seen as an Oscars predictor because the voters are all actors, and this year's show will have a host for the first time: Kristen Bell. There are plenty of women presenters scheduled, as well as a women's power table, a nod to the #TimesUp and #MeToo movements. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri leads the film categories, and in TV, Big Little Lies, GLOW and Stranger Things dominate. (Here's how to stream the nominees.) Look for Morgan Freeman to pick up his Lifetime Achievement Award, and don't forget to vote on the best SAGs dress of all time.
It's been one year since Trump's inauguration
In the 12 months since Donald Trump became President Trump, the headlines from the presidency have been dominated by disruption: provocative tweets, derisive language and epic feuds. But, despite scoring the lowest approval ratings of any modern president, and facing united Democratic opposition to most of his proposals, Trump has had an important impact on everything from taxesto Americans' regard, or lack of it, for the nation's institutions. Trump's legacy will affect American governance and life long after he has moved out of the White House. Here is a look at six areas where Trump has had an impact.
- A record $107M was raised for Trump’s inauguration. Where did it all go?
- Trump's first year anniversary report card, with grades from A+ to F
- Trump's first year: He spent 38 weekends at his own properties
- Off message: At the White House, it’s Trump vs. Trump
Super Bowl matchup to be set on Sunday
By Sunday night, we'll know who will face off in Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis on Feb. 4. First up, the New England Patriots face the Jacksonville Jaguars (3:05 p.m. ET Sunday, CBS). For the Patriots, the focus this week has centered on the hand injury that limited quarterback Tom Brady's practice time. In the late game, the Philadelphia Eagles host the Minnesota Vikings (6:40 p.m. ET, Fox). If the Vikings win, they would be the first team in NFL history to play in the Super Bowl in their home stadium. The Eagles hope their stingy defense can do enough to shut down the Vikings and prevent another miracle finish. Check out the X-factors that could define how the games play out — and don't forget to check our experts' picks to reach Super Bowl LII.
