Trump Warns "Probably" Facing US Government Shutdown as Funding Deadline Approaches

Oct 01, 2025 03:44 am CST

President Donald Trump announced that the US government is likely heading toward its first shutdown in over six years, with funding set to expire at midnight and negotiations between Democrats and Republicans at an impasse. The contentious talks have been marked by unusual hostility, including controversy over an AI-generated video and threats of targeting Democratic priorities during any shutdown period. The impasse centers on healthcare funding for low-income households as both parties blame each other for the potential closure of nonessential government operations.