US government shuts down after Congress fails to find funding deal
A possible federal government shutdown is just hours away as congressional lawmakers remain at odds over funding the government beyond September 30.
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3 developments- Sep 26, 2025Only center coverage:The federal government could shut down soon. Here’s what you need to know
- Sep 29, 2025Government to shut down after midnight barring last minute breakthrough in Congress
- Oct 1, 2025U.S. government shuts down as Trump and Congress fail to reach a funding deal
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Quiet for 363 daysLast development · Oct 1, 2025 — U.S. government shuts down as Trump and Congress fail to reach a funding deal
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4 viewpointsGovernment shutdown begins after Congress fails to agree on spending bill
U.S. government shuts down as Trump and Congress fail to reach a funding deal
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Center
14 viewpointsGovernment shutdown begins after Congress fails to agree on spending bill
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4 viewpointsGovernment shutdown begins after federal funding expires
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5 articlesUS government shuts down after Democrats refuse to back Republican funding plan
US government heads toward first shutdown in six years as lawmakers fail to reach agreement
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