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The US Senate has hit a standstill, with both Republican and Democratic proposals to fund the government failing yet again, leaving thousands of federal workers in limbo. This marks the fifth failed attempt to reach the 60-vote threshold needed to reopen the government, thrusting the nation further into a shutdown crisis. US President Donald Trump warned earlier that continued deadlock could lead to mass layoffs.

 

The shutdown commenced after funding for various federal agencies dried up five days ago. Democrats demand that any funding legislation address healthcare issues, while Republicans advocate for a "clean" funding bill. On Monday, the Democratic bid fell short with a 45-50 vote, quickly followed by the Republican proposal's loss at 52-42. President Trump pointed fingers at the Democrats via social media, urging them to reopen the government before healthcare negotiations can proceed.

 

Democrats argue that the Republican plan threatens access to healthcare for low-income Americans. They are firm on needing a bill that maintains health insurance subsidies and reverses cuts to Medicaid initiated by the Trump administration. Meanwhile, Republicans accuse Democrats of using the shutdown to advance healthcare for undocumented immigrants, which Democrats deny. Discussions continue, but trust seems scarce, with Trump's claims of ongoing negotiations dismissed by Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer.

 

Amidst the political tug-of-war, the White House has indicated that permanent job cuts might soon become unavoidable. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stressed the urgency, urging Democrats to agree to reopen the government without preconditions. Despite the ongoing negotiations, bitter accusations exchanged between key party figures underscore the difficulties ahead.

 

Looking forward, federal employees face increasing uncertainty over their jobs as the shutdown grinds on. The Office of Management and Budget has already begun preparing for potential layoffs. Both parties remain locked in a heated blame game, highlighting a deep-seated divide that shows no immediate sign of resolution.

 

 

 

Key Takeaways

 

• The Senate failed to pass any funding measures, prolonging the US government shutdown.
• Political divisions focus on healthcare funding, complicating negotiations.
• Imminent mass layoffs loom over federal employees as the deadlock continues.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from BBC 2025-10-07

 

 

And more lies from Trump

 

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trump-threatens-job-cuts-democrats-120000045.html

 

“We are speaking with the Democrats, and some very good things could happen with respect to health care,” Trump told reporters Monday at the White House, without naming specific lawmakers. “I’m a Republican, but I want to see health care, much more so than the Democrats.”

 

“Trump’s claim isn’t true — but if he’s finally ready to work with Democrats, we’ll be at the table,” Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said in a statement. “If President Trump and Republicans are finally ready to sit down and get something done in healthcare for American families, Democrats will be there — ready to make it happen.”