The Department of Homeland Security’s watchdog said it has been forced to suspend about 85% of its audits, evaluations, and inspections because of a lapse in funding during a partial government shutdown after Congress failed to approve new appropriations.[#item_full_content]
US, Allies Back Panama Against China in Canal Ports Dispute
The United States and several Latin American and Caribbean allies issued a joint statement Tuesday backing Panama amid rising tensions with China following a dispute