US Faces Government Shutdown: What It Means for Federal Workers and Services

Government Shutdown Looms as Trump and Congress Fail to Reach Agreement

Washington: The United States is on the brink of a government shutdown as President Donald Trump and Congress have failed to reach a consensus to maintain government operations by the Wednesday deadline.

An estimated 750,000 federal employees are likely to be furloughed, with some facing potential termination under the Trump administration. Numerous government offices may close, possibly for good, as Trump threatens to implement 'irreversible' actions as a form of retaliation.

The administration's deportation initiatives are anticipated to proceed aggressively, while various services, including education and environmental programs, may experience significant disruptions. The economic repercussions are expected to be felt across the country.

"We don’t want it to shut down," Trump stated at the White House just before the midnight deadline.

Despite meeting privately with congressional leaders this week, the president seemed unable to broker a deal between Democrats and Republicans to avert the shutdown.

This marks the third instance of a federal funding lapse during Trump's presidency, the first since his return to the White House this year, highlighting the deep divisions over budget priorities and a political environment that favors extreme positions over traditional compromises.