Reported about 2 hours ago
The standoff over US government funding escalated with congressional Democrats unveiling a robust counteroffer, raising the likelihood of a shutdown on October 1. The proposal includes healthcare policy changes that Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, deem unlikely to pass. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized Republican leaders for refusing to negotiate, while expressing concern that support from moderate Democrats may be insufficient due to party pressures. Without renewal of subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, many Americans could face rising health insurance costs soon.
Source: YAHOO