President Donald Trump has announced that he and his budget director will identify which Democrat Agencies to cut as the US government shutdown approaches its third day.
He emphasized that Republicans should use this moment to clear out dead wood, pointingly ignoring Democratic requests to include healthcare insurance subsidies in any proposed funding legislation.
On Capitol Hill, both parties continue to place blame on each other for the failure to keep federal agencies operational.
With federal workers either staying home or working without pay, some federal attractions have closed while others, like the Statue of Liberty, remain open.
Analysts believe that significant pressure from the public will be needed for either side to change their stance regarding the shutdown. It remains uncertain what resolutions could arise from Trump’s upcoming discussions regarding budget cuts.
Lawmakers are gearing up for another attempt to resolve the deadlock, with Republicans seeking a straight funding measure while Democrats insist on preserving health insurance subsidies.
As the fight continues, the shutdown is starting to impact federal services, and many workers are expected to face unpaid leave. This may lead to complications in various sectors, including travel and tourism, as Americans look to their legislators for a resolution.
