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President Trump is set to meet with top congressional leaders to negotiate avoiding a government shutdown, which could halt many federal services unless an agreement is reached on funding and healthcare provisions. The talks involve Democrats demanding healthcare funding extensions and Republicans proposing a temporary funding measure, with skepticism about reaching a compromise amid political tensions.
President Trump is set to meet with congressional leaders to negotiate a potential government shutdown, with Democrats demanding healthcare funding extensions and Republicans proposing a temporary funding bill; the outcome remains uncertain as both sides are entrenched in their positions.
Top congressional leaders are meeting with President Trump at the White House to negotiate avoiding a government shutdown ahead of the September 30 deadline, amid disagreements over funding and healthcare policy, with potential impacts including delayed services and federal layoffs.
Congressional leaders are heading to the White House to negotiate a potential government shutdown, with Democrats demanding health care benefits extension and Republicans pushing for current funding levels; a shutdown could occur if legislation is not passed by Tuesday night, amid tense negotiations and partisan stances.
President Trump is scheduled to meet with congressional leaders to negotiate a funding bill before a government shutdown deadline, with Democrats demanding protections for health care subsidies and Republicans pushing a short-term funding measure, amid unclear prospects for bipartisan agreement.
Donald Trump is planning to host a bipartisan meeting with US congressional leaders at the White House to try to prevent a government shutdown, amid ongoing disagreements over funding and healthcare protections, with both sides blaming each other for the impasse.
President Trump is scheduled to meet with congressional leaders to negotiate a spending bill ahead of the October 1 deadline to prevent a government shutdown, which could impact federal programs and workers. The meeting aims to resolve disagreements over the bill, with Democrats pushing for extensions of health-related tax credits and Medicaid provisions. The White House has prepared for a shutdown, including potential layoffs of federal employees, if an agreement is not reached.
Top congressional leaders are scheduled to meet with President Trump at the White House to negotiate avoiding a government shutdown as funding runs out, with disagreements over budget extensions and policy demands complicating efforts.
President Trump is scheduled to meet with top congressional leaders on Monday to discuss avoiding a government shutdown, with negotiations focusing on extending healthcare subsidies and passing a stopgap budget measure, amid ongoing partisan disagreements and a looming deadline.
President Trump is scheduled to meet with top congressional leaders to negotiate a deal to avoid a government shutdown as the funding deadline approaches, with Democrats demanding healthcare provisions and Republicans seeking a short-term funding extension, amidst ongoing political standoff.
Iran launched drone and missile strikes on Israel, firing approximately 350 rockets, prompting a response from the US military. President Biden held a call with Congressional leaders to discuss additional funding for Israel, with lawmakers divided on how to proceed. Israel's war cabinet meeting ended without a decision on a response, while Israeli President Herzog stated that more humanitarian aid is being sent to Gaza. Tensions remain high as Iran privately messaged the US that its retaliation was concluded, and Congressional leaders are at odds over providing more funds for Israel.
Congressional leaders are working to approve a $1.2 trillion spending package before the funding deadline, with the bill expected to pass and wrap up Congress' work on spending bills for the year. The package includes about $886 billion for defense and funds various government agencies. House Republicans secured policy changes in the negotiations, while Democrats celebrated staving off most Republican policy mandates. The bill largely tracks with an agreement from 2023 and includes provisions such as a prohibition on funding for a United Nations relief program for Palestinian refugees.
Congressional leaders have announced a deal to fund the rest of the government through the fiscal year, but with a looming deadline, cooperation from both House and Senate members is crucial to avoid a partial government shutdown. Speaker Mike Johnson hopes to release the legislation text soon and hold a Friday vote, but GOP leaders may need to waive a 72-hour review rule. The deal faces opposition from the far right wing of the Republican conference, and any one member in the Democratic-controlled Senate can slow down the process. President Biden welcomed the agreement, and Senate Majority Leader McConnell expressed optimism about completing the appropriations process ahead of the funding deadline.
President Joe Biden and congressional leaders have reached a government funding deal, potentially averting a shutdown. While a brief shutdown over the weekend is still possible, it may have minimal impact. The agreement includes spending for the Department of Homeland Security, which had been a point of contention. If the bills aren't passed in time, a longer funding gap could lead to a government shutdown with real effects for many Americans. The funding process has been delayed, with the next budget request already looming.
Congressional leaders have reached an agreement on the final spending bill to fund the federal government through the fall, resolving disputes over Department of Homeland Security funding. However, they may still face a brief partial shutdown as they work to pass the measure before the Friday deadline. The package is expected to total about $1 trillion, and while President Biden plans to sign it immediately, the delay in striking the deal could lead to a lapse in government funding over the weekend.