URGENT: Government Shutdown Imminent as Congress Fails to Reach Funding Deal

BREAKING NEWS Government Shutdown Imminent as Congress Fails to Reach Funding Deal The US government is on the verge of a shutdown after Republicans and Democrats in the Senate failed to agree on funding bills, with both sides unable to muster the necessary 60 votes. The impasse has resulted in a stalemate that will leave hundreds of thousands of federal employees without pay. A short-term measure passed by the House would have kept the government funded at current levels through November 21, but Democrats refused to support it unless Republicans agreed to extend healthcare subsidies for plans purchased through the Affordable Care Act. The Senate rejected two dueling funding bills, one proposed by Democrats and another by Republicans, both of which needed 60 votes to pass. The standoff has been brewing for weeks as Democrats insisted on extending the subsidies, while Republicans opposed them. With time running out, a shutdown is now imminent unless a last-minute deal can be reached. This is a developing story, with further updates expected as negotiations continue. The federal government's shutdown will have far-reaching consequences, affecting everything from national parks to food safety inspections. Developing Story Disclaimer: This article will be updated as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*