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The federal government faces a shutdown if Congress fails to pass a funding bill by the midnight deadline on Oct. 1.

Republicans control both chambers of Congress, but Democratic votes are needed in the Senate to pass a funding measure.

The federal government is set to run out of money at midnight on Tuesday, unless Congress can reach a deal to pass a funding bill.

President Donald Trump will meet with congressional leaders from both parties at the White House on Monday, Sept. 29, less than 48 hours before the end of the fiscal year .

Republicans control both chambers of Congress , however, a temporary measure keeping the government open would require at least 60 votes in the 100-seat Senate, meaning some Democratic votes are needed, USA TODAY reported.

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