U.S. government shuts down after Senate fails to pass spending bill
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The United States government has partially shut down after last-ditch efforts by lawmakers to pass a spending bill failed. Republicans and Democrats could not agree on how to spend money on public healthcare, and the two sides were no closer to a compromise after weeks of negotiations.
Breakdown
- The U.S. government shut down after the Senate failed to pass a spending bill.
- Essential services remain operational, but many federal workers are furloughed and public facilities are closed. 37s
- Republicans and Democrats blame each other for the impasse, with disagreements over health care and foreign aid funding. 7s
- Republicans propose a short-term funding extension, while Democrats seek to restore health care tax credits. 1m 14s
- The duration and long-term impact of the shutdown remain uncertain. 1m 45s