Summary
A disagreement between Democrats and Republicans in Congress could lead to a U.S. government shutdown. If no deal is made, the government will close at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday due to lack of funding. The main issues are health care benefits and federal spending.
Key Facts
- The U.S. government faces a potential shutdown if Congress doesn't agree on a budget.
- The shutdown deadline is 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday.
- Democrats want to include health care benefits in the funding bill.
- Republicans are pushing for a simple, seven-week funding extension without additional measures.
- President Trump and Republicans do not want to negotiate on this bill.
- Thousands of federal workers could be furloughed or laid off if a deal isn't reached.
