The possibility of a US government shutdown has resurfaced, with lawmakers struggling to reach a last-minute compromise. Republicans have proposed a short-term funding measure to keep the government open through November 21, but Democrats are demanding that it address healthcare concerns.

Democrats are seeking to reverse Medicaid cuts from President Donald Trump's recent mega-bill and extend tax credits that help make health insurance premiums more affordable for millions under the Affordable Care Act. Republicans have rejected these demands, leaving negotiations at a stalemate. The House of Representatives is not expected to be in session before a shutdown begins.

During the 35-day partial shutdown in Trump’s first term, approximately 340,000 of 800,000 federal workers were furloughed,

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