WASHINGTON —

Congressional leaders from both parties are meeting with President Donald Trump Monday afternoon to negotiate a deal to keep the government open before the funding deadline .

Lawmakers could potentially reach a deal before midnight on Tuesday to extend government operations for another seven weeks, but hope is fading for both sides to find common ground.

Most Senate Democrats want to include a proposal in the Republicans' short-term spending bill to reverse Medicaid cuts and extend subsidies for low- and middle-income individuals purchasing health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. Some Republicans are open to extending the tax credits but argue the issue can be addressed at a later date.

The stakes are higher this time, with the White House announcing last w

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