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A government shutdown began after Republicans and Democrats reached a stalemate over federal funding.

Democrats are pushing to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, while Republicans advocate for a "clean" short-term funding bill.

President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers blame the shutdown on Democrats' demands. Democrats say Republicans' inaction on health care will drive up insurance premiums.

The federal government has run out of money as Republicans and Democrats are at a stalemate over extending Obamacare subsidies that have kept health insurance plans more affordable.

Congressional leaders remained at an impasse after a Monday, Sept. 29 meeting with President Donald Trump, leading to a shutdown starting at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday that Trump has warned wil

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