U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order on Wednesday directing the Pentagon to ensure active-duty military personnel are paid despite the federal government shutdown, the White House said, addressing one of the most sensitive issues in the bitter standoff over federal spending.

Hamas says it has returned the bodies it can reach in Gaza's ruins, but needs specialised equipment and more time to retrieve others.

The federal government shutdown, which began on October 1, is now in its third week with no resolution in sight.

The U.S. again purchased Argentine pesos in the open market on Wednesday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told reporters, adding that the department was working with banks and investment funds to create a $20 billion facility to invest in the South American country's sovereign debt.

Whirlpool Corp. CEO Marc Bitzer says $300 million Ohio investment will create 400-600 jobs and level the playing field amid new tariff policies.

US Capitol Police are investigating “a vile and deeply inappropriate symbol” found in GOP Rep. Dave Taylor’s office, the congressman said in a statement.