The G.O.P. speaker, whose style is to placate his detractors, does not have the Republican votes to keep the government open. He may call the vote anyway.
Tag: Shutdowns (Institutional)
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As McCarthy Seeks to Shift Shutdown Blame, Border Takes Center Stage
The Republican speaker is working to turn the shutdown fight into a border security battle. Some lawmakers in both parties say they are open to including immigration provisions in an eventual deal.
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With Shutdown Looming, Biden Points to Republican Infighting
The president and his team insist they do not want the government to shut down. But they are also confident that Republicans will receive the blame if it does.
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Drivers and Dealers Could Soon Feel Impact of U.A.W. Strikes
Lengthy and expanding walkouts by the United Automobile Workers union against Ford, General Motors and Stellantis could strain a fragile supply chain.
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One Casualty of a Shutdown: Government Data
A lapse in funding would delay data on unemployment and inflation as policymakers try to avoid a recession.