Fox News Politics Newsletter: Schumer again blocks GOP bid as air traffic controllers go unpaid

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Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content. Here's what's happening… - Abrego Garcia to remain in US for high-stakes 'vindictive' prosecution hearing -NYC mayoral hopeful Mamdani hit with criminal referrals over alleged illegal foreign donations -Whistleblower warns illegal immigrants are sending 'shockwave' through crucial industry Senate Democrats on Tuesday blocked Republicans’ 13th attempt to reopen the government after having nearly a week to mull their options — and with a series of pressure-point deadlines rapidly closing in. On the 28th day of the shutdown, Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., tried to advance the House-passed continuing resolution (CR) and was again foiled by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer , D-N.Y., and the Democratic caucus. Failure to reopen the government on Tuesday came as air traffic controllers missed their first payday. The military is set to miss its first full payday on Friday. Then there is the looming cliff for federal nutrition benefits on Saturday — the same day as open enrollment begins nationwide for Obamacare… READ MORE . DEBUNKED : Walz repeats debunked claim that Trump considers White House ballroom 'top priority' HIDDEN NUMBERS : Top Trump officials urged to close ‘critical gaps’ in illegal alien crime reporting: 'Growing problem' LEGAL SHOWDOWN : Trump files ‘powerhouse’ appeal in Manhattan DA case to toss 'most politically charged prosecution' in history SANCTIONS THREAT : Federal judge threatens Bondi, Noem with sanctions over Abrego Garcia comments ROCKET MAN REDUX : Trump dangles 'big as you get' carrot in bid to tempt Kim and jump-start new North Korea talks GLOBAL GAMBLE : Trump predicts ‘very happy’ outcome ahead of face-to-face with China’s Xi after tariff threats PEACE VIA POWER : Trump rallies US military's might, floats armed forces pay raise as he addresses sailors in Japan BLAMING ICE : Senate…