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Trump Hosts Senators Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown

10/31/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump continues travel and public engagements during the government shutdown, with only 32% of federal staff furloughed.
He hosted Republican senators for lunch, saying the administration is not taking ownership of the shutdown.
He asserts the shutdown must end and is using it to cut federal positions and redirect funds to his priorities, while public opinion remains divided on blame.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump continues travel and public engagements during the government shutdown, with only 32% of federal staff furloughed.
He hosted Republican senators for lunch, saying the administration is not taking ownership of the shutdown.
He asserts the shutdown must end and is using it to cut federal positions and redirect funds to his priorities, while public opinion remains divided on blame.