"Uncertainty Looms as Congress Navigates Shutdown Threat and Ukraine Aid"
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Congressional leaders are optimistic about reaching a deal to avert a government shutdown before Friday's deadline, but remain divided on Ukraine funding, with House Speaker Mike Johnson prioritizing the border crisis. The meeting also focused on addressing the large numbers of migrants crossing the U.S. border with Mexico. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer described the talks on Ukraine funding as intense, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries emphasized the importance of the situation. There may be a need for a bipartisan agreement to extend funding bills slated to lapse on March 8 to allow for continued funding talks.
Topics:top-news#bipartisan-agreement#border-crisis#congressional-leaders#government-funding#politics#ukraine-aid
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