What Causes a Government Shutdown? 

A federal government shutdown happens when Congress fails to pass the bills or continuing resolutions needed to fund the federal government by the deadline (typically October 1 at the start of the fiscal year)

Why Redistricting Matters 

At its core, redistricting is about dividing up seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and state legislative bodies after each census. These maps determine which voters are grouped together and thus which political voices get strength or dilution. When the lines are drawn in a way that benefits one party over another, that’s known as partisan gerrymandering.

With the wave of policy changes beginning in 2025, immigrants in the U.S. face a new reality — from faster removals and expanded use of expedited procedures to intensified legal disputes over due-process protections. Whether you hold a green card, are in asylum proceedings, or are renewing your citizenship documentation, understanding where enforcement stands today and what’s shifting can make all the difference.