Shutdown postpones monthly jobs report. And, Trump dangles a carrot to colleges

The U.S. Capitol is seen on the second day of the federal government shutdown on Oct. 2 in Washington, D.C. Efforts to end the shutdown stalled as Democrats left Capitol Hill without reaching a funding agreement with President Donald Trump, while the White House warned of potential impacts on public sector jobs.

The government shutdown has delayed the monthly jobs report. And, the White House pressures colleges to sign a 'compact' aligning with Trump's agenda.

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