Summary
Congressional leaders from both parties are meeting with President Trump in an attempt to prevent a government shutdown. If a funding deal isn't reached, government operations could halt, affecting many workers and the economy. The main disagreement involves the Democrats' push to address healthcare benefits.
Key Facts
- Democratic and Republican leaders are holding a meeting with President Trump to avoid a government shutdown.
- The Senate will resume its session at 3 p.m. ET on Monday.
- Congress must pass a funding bill by Tuesday night to keep government offices open.
- If no agreement is reached, many government offices will close, and federal employees could be furloughed.
- Democrats want healthcare benefits to be addressed in exchange for supporting the funding bill.
- President Trump expects a shutdown and has shown little interest in the Democrats' healthcare demands.
- A temporary funding bill has already passed the Republican-controlled House.
- Democrats need to decide whether to support the funding bill to avoid a shutdown before Tuesday's deadline.
