Reported about 2 hours ago
Negotiations to end the historic US government shutdown face significant hurdles as bipartisan discussions stall over health care subsidies, with House Speaker Mike Johnson expressing pessimism about reaching a deal. With the shutdown now in its 37th day, disruptions in air travel and concerns for low-income food aid are growing. Senate Democrats are pushing for talks on renewing the Affordable Care Act subsidies, but Johnson's refusal to guarantee a House vote has further complicated efforts to negotiate a resolution.
Source: YAHOO