Senators vote to withhold their own pay during future government shutdowns

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View in Browser Senators vote to withhold their own pay during future government shutdowns May 14, 2026 Lawmakers said the measure approved Thursday would discourage future funding standoffs after a series of record-breaking shutdowns. Read more Want more from AP News? Sign up for Morning Wire and Afternoon Wire for a rundown of the top stories of the day. ADVERTISEMENT SUPPORT THE AP. DONATE. Manage preferences  | Privacy policy | Unsubscribe     *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in advertising, contact us here.