Hey fam 👋, the US just hit pause on its government—again! Think of it like your favorite mobile data plan expiring at midnight: some services stop, and many folks have to wait till a new top-up lands.
Here's the breakdown:
- History Check: Since 1976, the US has seen shutdowns 20 times—including three in the last dozen years. The last one was in 2019 under Trump, running a record 34 days.
- What Happened: Funding bills for the new fiscal year weren't agreed upon by Oct 1. Democrats nearly called shutdown in March but extended funds; this time talks hit the midnight wall.
- Big Beautiful Bill: This Trump-backed package gave big tax cuts to wealthy pockets but trimmed programs like Medicaid—putting millions at risk of losing health coverage.
- Obamacare Standoff: Dems want to renew insurer subsidies under the Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare") to keep premiums low. GOP lawmakers, however, aim to scrap it.
- Why It's More: The fight also spotlights Dem anger over using troops in US cities, strict migrant deportations, and deep federal job cuts—yet Dems lack votes to block these moves.
So what's next? Until Congress reaches a deal, non-essential services pause, national parks shut their gates, and many federal workers see delayed paychecks. In a fast-paced world, this budget drama is your reminder that even global superpowers can hit a funding glitch. Stay tuned for updates! 🔍✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
