ST. LOUIS - The federal government shutdown has entered its second week, with tensions escalating in Washington as both parties remain at an impasse.

Senators are returning to Capitol Hill Monday, where they are expected to take more votes to reopen the federal government. However, there is still uncertainty about whether there will be enough votes to pass the measure.

The divide over healthcare funding remains the biggest sticking point in negotiations, with both parties trading blame for the ongoing shutdown.

The Trump administration has threatened mass layoffs and permanent cuts if Democrats do not agree to a short-term GOP funding bill. Meanwhile, Democrats are demanding the repeal of Medicaid cuts and the extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies to prevent increases in healthcare

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