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The U.S. government could shut down this weekend. Here's what to know

^{Published on 2024-12-19 17:00:50 - Detroit News}
 

• When would a federal shutdown start? Which parts of the government would shut down? Will payments to Social Security recipients be affected?

The U.S. government is facing a potential shutdown this weekend due to ongoing disagreements in Congress over federal spending. House Speaker Mike Johnson has proposed a temporary funding measure to extend government operations until March, but this plan has met resistance from both conservative Republicans, who demand spending cuts, and Democrats, who are wary of the proposed reductions. If no agreement is reached, a shutdown could begin as early as Saturday, affecting numerous federal services and employees. Key issues include funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which has been complicated by debates over border security and immigration policies. The Senate is attempting to negotiate a bipartisan solution, but the House remains divided, with some members pushing for a continuing resolution to maintain current funding levels while others insist on significant budget cuts.

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