Trump blames Democrats for looming government shutdown
- The looming deadline for a government funding deal is causing concerns among hundreds of thousands of federal workers.
- If an agreement is not reached, many federal employees could face furloughs without pay but still be required to work.
- The situation is intensified by accusations from President Donald Trump, declaring that blame for a potential shutdown falls solely on Democrats.
In the United States, the Senate is currently struggling to avert a federal government shutdown as the deadline looms closer. As of March 14, 2025, federal workers are facing uncertainty due to a funding lapse. Should an agreement not be reached by 11:59 p.m. tonight, numerous federal employees may be furloughed without pay, although many will still need to report to work. Federal contractors, on the other hand, will not be required to work and will not receive back pay during an eventual shutdown. This situation arises amidst accusations from President Donald Trump, who asserted that if the government were to shut down, it would be solely the fault of the Democrats. This disagreement is particularly contentious as the Senate requires 60 votes to pass a funding deal, and with no Democratic support for the bill being proposed, it's uncertain if enough votes will be garnered to avoid the shutdown.