Government Teeters on Brink of Collapse Amid Ongoing Shutdown Crisis With No End in Sight

The US government is on the brink of a deepening shutdown crisis as the Senate remains deadlocked over a deal to end the impasse, with Republicans' slim support for reopening the government appearing to crumble. The shutdown, now in its second week, has major implications for federal services and employees. The stalemate shows no signs of resolution, leaving many fearing an extended shutdown. With time running out, lawmakers are facing growing pressure to act.