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Congress races to fund federal government before deadline: Here's what staying open and closing


Published on 2024-12-19 17:20:58 - MSN
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  • Congress has less than 12 hours to find a way to fund the federal government or risk the closure of multiple federal agencies and services. Hundreds of thousands of federal employees will either be furloughed or sent home days before Christmas Republicans abandoned a proposed bipartisan plan Wednesday after President-elect Donald Trump and billionaire Elon

The article from MSN discusses the urgent efforts by Congress to pass a funding bill before the impending deadline to prevent a government shutdown. With the deadline looming, both the House and Senate are grappling with internal divisions and external pressures. House Speaker Mike Johnson is navigating a narrow majority, facing resistance from conservative factions within his party who are pushing for significant spending cuts and policy changes, particularly concerning border security. Meanwhile, the Senate, led by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, is attempting to pass a bipartisan continuing resolution to extend funding temporarily. The situation is complicated by the need to address not only immediate funding but also long-term budget issues, with potential impacts on federal employees, public services, and the economy if a shutdown occurs. Key points include the political maneuvering, the potential for a short-term funding patch, and the broader implications of failing to meet the deadline.

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