Summary
The U.S. government has started a shutdown because President Donald Trump and Congress couldn't agree on a budget to keep government services running. The White House plans a briefing with press secretary Karoline Leavitt at 1 p.m. EDT to discuss the situation.
Key Facts
- The U.S. government has entered a shutdown.
- President Trump and Congress were unable to reach a deal by the deadline.
- The shutdown occurred overnight between Tuesday and Wednesday.
- The disagreement was over health care and budget issues.
- White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will give a briefing at 1 p.m. EDT.
- The shutdown is the first in over six years.
