Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has expressed concern over the stalled efforts to formulate a spending package, putting the United States at risk of another government shutdown beginning March 2. Despite initial hopes for legislation readiness, Schumer cited the need for House Republicans to take more time for internal resolution. In response, the White House announced President Joe Biden’s meeting with congressional leaders on Tuesday to prevent a shutdown and unlock emergency aid, including support for Ukraine. While a deal on appropriations bills could avert a damaging shutdown, it poses political challenges for Republican leaders pushing for policy changes. The immediate goal is to avoid the closure of crucial departments, with Schumer blaming “extreme” Republicans and former President Trump’s influence for the deadlock. The ongoing deadlock also involves emergency funding for Ukraine, linked to border security policies, adding complexity to negotiations.

Source: Yahoo