Apple News Today The government is shut down again. Here’s what both sides want.
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Feb 2, 2026 A breakdown of the partial government shutdown and the funding fights keeping negotiators at an impasse. New Epstein file releases and what prosecutors say about potential charges. A dramatic $100 million gift aimed at helping American Olympic athletes with basic living costs. Coverage of the Kennedy Center closure, a detained five-year-old released from ICE custody, and the big Grammy winners.
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Shutdown Driven By Narrow Majority And Immigration Fight
- The partial government shutdown began because the House missed a midnight vote, though Senate separated DHS funding.
- Narrow House majority and immigration politics make closing the shutdown politically precarious.
Policy Demands Raise Stakes For DHS Funding
- Democrats seek DHS limits like banning masks, named uniforms, and de-escalation rules for ICE.
- Republicans warn delaying DHS funding risks FEMA and Coast Guard support during severe weather.
Epstein Files Shock but May Not Spur New Charges
- A major DOJ release of Epstein documents shocked with unredacted victim names and many high-profile mentions.
- DOJ says the files likely won't produce new charges despite disturbing material.