DEVELOPING: Shutdown Deadline Looms, Permanent Cuts Hang in Balance of Bitter Politics

BREAKING NEWS Federal Government Shutdown Enters Day 10, Permanent Cuts Loom as Politics Intensify President Trump has announced plans to meet with his budget director, Russ Vought, to discuss cutting "Democrat Agencies" amid the ongoing government shutdown. The meeting comes as the federal government's day-to-day operations are severely impacted by the shutdown. The Trump administration is using the shutdown to push for permanent cuts, citing billions of dollars in potential savings from eliminating waste and fraud. However, no specific examples have been provided. The shutdown has already resulted in thousands of federal employees being furloughed or working without pay. The impact on critical services such as healthcare, transportation, and national security is growing by the day. Background: The government has been shut down since October 1, with negotiations between Democrats and Republicans stalled over funding for border security and other issues. The threat of permanent cuts has been a contentious issue throughout the shutdown. Current Status: The meeting between Trump and Vought is expected to take place in the coming days, but no specific date or time has been announced. Meanwhile, lawmakers are working on a potential short-term spending bill to reopen the government. This is a developing story. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*