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Federal Government on Brink of Shutdown as Midnight Deadline Looms
The federal government is on track for a shutdown at midnight as lawmakers struggle to reach a deal by the deadline, and other top headlines including ongoing economic concerns and a surge in global COVID-19 cases are also making news today.
The federal government is on track for a potential shutdown as a midnight deadline approaches to reach a deal on funding, leaving lawmakers racing against time to avoid a partial closure of government services. The House and Senate are working towards a short-term solution, but negotiations have stalled. If no agreement is reached, the government could shut down in a matter of hours, with serious implications for public services and employees.
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