Democrats, Donald Trump and government shutdown
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Republican leaders say Congress has time to debate extending the expiring funds later in the year. Health policy experts see greater urgency, as insurers will lock in their rates soon.
Congress and the White House have days to fund the government and avert a disruptive and potentially costly lapse in funding.
Democrats say they won’t back any funding proposal unless they get something in return. Republicans have rejected their demands so far.
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Government Shutdown Risk: 5 Key Things You Need to Know
As the September 30 deadline looms, the U.S. Congress faces a critical decision to prevent a government shutdown. With a temporary funding measure passed by the Republican-controlled House, tensions rise as Democrats in the Senate resist,
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries laid out a new ultimatum for a government funding deal Wednesday, telling reporters Wednesday that an agreement addressing health care has to be "ironclad and in legislation" to win Democratic support ahead of next week's shutdown deadline.
After two failed votes on Friday, leaders in both parties are preparing to blame the other if a shutdown takes place.
Lawmakers have until Oct. 1 to pass a new budget. If they don't, the federal government will shut down. Here's what that looks like.
Democrats are using their limited leverage ahead of a potential government shutdown, hoping to convince Americans that GOP spending priorities are the real danger.
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