House not expected to return to Washington next week during shutdown

Published October 17, 2025 11:33am ET



Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) said the House will remain on 48-hour notice next week, likely meaning the chamber will remain out of session during that time.

The government shutdown is soon to enter its third week, with Democrats and Republicans unable to compromise.

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