⏳ Day 28 and counting… The US federal government shutdown officially hit 28 days on Tuesday, after the Senate voted down a short-term funding plan for the 13th time. The final tally was 54 in favor, 45 against—still 6 votes shy of the 60 needed to pass.
The House already gave the plan a thumbs-up, but without Senate approval, federal agencies stay closed. Senators from both sides are in a tug-of-war, and with no deal in sight, millions of Americans could face higher health insurance costs next month when Affordable Care Act tax credits expire.
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer warned this week that the shutdown may stretch into November, affecting hundreds of thousands of federal workers—some furloughed, others working without pay—and cutting vital food assistance programs in days. 😬
For global observers, from Manila to Mumbai, this standoff is a reminder that political gridlock can hit deep into people's wallets. While DC debates, real families are bracing for extra bills and less support. Stay tuned—this saga is far from over!
What’s next? The Senate will likely revisit new proposals, but until 60 votes line up, the clock keeps ticking. ⏰
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
