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Trump Warns of Potential Government Shutdown Before Deadline

1/22/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump warned on January 22, 2026 that another government shutdown could occur before January 30 funding deadline.
Lawmakers have passed six of the twelve required appropriations bills, including a minibus for the State and Treasury Departments.
Department of Homeland Security bill sparked controversy, with Democrats demanding tighter oversight of Immigration and Customs Enforcement after a fatal officer-involved incident.
Democrats have shown little interest in pursuing another shutdown.

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U.S. President Donald Trump warned on January 22, 2026 that another government shutdown could occur before January 30 funding deadline.
Lawmakers have passed six of the twelve required appropriations bills, including a minibus for the State and Treasury Departments.
Department of Homeland Security bill sparked controversy, with Democrats demanding tighter oversight of Immigration and Customs Enforcement after a fatal officer-involved incident.
Democrats have shown little interest in pursuing another shutdown.