For the U.S. Congress to ratify a government‑funding bill by Wednesday, October 1, a meeting with President Trump failed on September 29, raising fears of a shutdown.
Meeting with Trump Fails to Secure Funding Bill
A meeting held on September 29 at the White House with President Donald Trump, his administration members, and Congressional leaders ended without an agreement on the stay‑of‑government fund.
The failure to reach a consensus exacerbated concerns that the U.S. government may enter a shutdown.
Deadline Looms: Congress Must Pass Bill by Oct. 1
Failure to enact a funding bill by Wednesday, October 1 would trigger a shutdown, suspending most federal operations.
Congress is under pressure to resolve the impasse before the deadline.
Vice President Vance Warns of Impending Shutdown
After the meeting, Vice President J.D. Vance told reporters that the country was moving toward a shutdown because Democrats were unwilling to act.
He added that “Americans will suffer” if the crisis continues.
Health‑Care Spending at the Core of Negotiations
Disagreements center on health‑care costs, with Democrats pushing Republicans to increase subsidies for private insurance, while some far‑right Republicans demand greater cuts.
Senate Requires Seven Democratic Votes
A government‑funding bill must receive at least 60 of 100 Senate votes; Republicans hold 53 seats, meaning they need the support of at least seven Democrats.
The House, meanwhile, already has the majority needed, but Senate cooperation remains essential.
