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Government Shutdown Looms as Congress Faces Spending Bill Stalemate
9/30/2025
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Story summary
- The government could shut down within 48 hours if Congress fails to pass a spending bill, starting 12:01 AM Wednesday.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is blamed for the stalemate, with red-state Democrats cautious about aligning with Trump's coalition.
- Schumer previously argued a shutdown could benefit President Trump by reducing payrolls.
- Progressive Democrats seek an aggressive leader, naming Gavin Newsom.
