Federal shutdown could happen in one week, is McCarthy to blame? Ian Price September 25, 2023 1 minute read Is the government shutdown a message to House Speaker Kevin McCarthy? Some in his own party have not minced words, but WFIR’s Ian Price reports that one of our lawmakers isn’t ready to throw McCarthy under the bus just yet. Share: Post navigation Previous: Federal funding gives Habitat-Roanoke a big boostNext: Roanoke area a Top-25 Hiking City according to HGTV Related Stories Virginia Democrats appeal to U.S. Supreme Court to save redistricting map Ian Price May 12, 2026 Local Colors Festival Returns to Celebrate its 35th Year Emma Thomas May 12, 2026 With district lines battle out of the way Beth Macy says she’s ready to take on Ben Cline for his seat in Congress Gene Marrano May 11, 2026