From TMZ to Trump, pressure grows to bring Congress back during partial shutdown - AP News

A partial government shutdown is triggering calls from celebrities, media figures, and politicians for Congress to return and resolve the impasse. The shutdown has left federal agencies operating on limited budgets while lawmakers remain away from Washington, creating pressure across entertainment and political circles to end the standoff. Congress must pass a new spending bill to restore full government funding, but disagreements between lawmakers have prevented action so far. The extended absence of legislators during a shutdown underscores the urgency of the fiscal crisis affecting federal operations and public services. President Trump, who holds significant sway over Republican lawmakers, will be central to any resolution of the funding dispute.