The U.S. Federal Government has now been shut down for weeks, with 12 failed votes to reopen and pass a Congressional budget. Both Republican and Democrat politicians have taken to the news, pointing blame for the shutdown and failing to reach a solution. This article addresses false narratives consuming the news, and dives into the specific point of contention within the Senate.

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The Congressional budget funds the federal government according to the modern budgeting process that was established back in 1976. It was part of the bipartisan Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974.

At the end of every FY, Congress must pass 12 appropriation bills for all twelve appropriation subcommittees in order to keep the government open and funded. If they are unable t

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