Government shutdown hits the skies, Trump hints at invoking Insurrection Act

The government shutdown is now affecting airports. Staffing shortages from Newark to Denver are grounding flights and straining controllers. Plus, President Donald Trump said he’d invoke the Insurrection Act “if necessary,” a move that could allow him to deploy troops despite court orders. And the CDC’s new guidance makes COVID-19 shots a personal choice, shifting from blanket mandates to “individual-based” decisions. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025.