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Trump Faces Congress to Prevent October Government Shutdown

9/29/2025

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President Trump will meet congressional leaders to avert a government shutdown set for October 1 if no funding agreement is reached.
A shutdown occurs when Congress fails to pass funding bills, halting services.
Lawmakers have not passed any of the 12 required appropriations bills for the upcoming fiscal year, risking disruption to federal workers and the economy.

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Story summary

President Trump will meet congressional leaders to avert a government shutdown set for October 1 if no funding agreement is reached.
A shutdown occurs when Congress fails to pass funding bills, halting services.
Lawmakers have not passed any of the 12 required appropriations bills for the upcoming fiscal year, risking disruption to federal workers and the economy.