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Congress Faces Shutdown Crisis as Funding Talks Stall

3/5/2025

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With just 11 days left, Congress teeters on the brink of a government shutdown as funding disputes intensify. Republicans seek Democratic backing for a funding bill, but talks have hit a wall. President Trump and GOP leaders push for a short-term solution, while Democrats insist on limits to executive spending, escalating the standoff between the parties.

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Story summary

With just 11 days left, Congress teeters on the brink of a government shutdown as funding disputes intensify. Republicans seek Democratic backing for a funding bill, but talks have hit a wall. President Trump and GOP leaders push for a short-term solution, while Democrats insist on limits to executive spending, escalating the standoff between the parties.