The US Government Shutdown Takes a New Turn as Leaders from Both Parties Signal a Possible "Restart" for the First Time

BlockBeats News, November 4th, after nearly a record-breaking government shutdown, there were signs on Monday that the U.S. Congress might finally be on the verge of ending the shutdown. Senate Republican and Democratic leaders discussed a possible "exit plan" to resolve the current deadlock.

The 34-day standoff between Congress and Trump has led to a series of federal projects being put on hold, including assistance to low-income Americans, U.S. soldier pay, and airport operations.

The new fiscal year began on October 1st, but legislation to fund such activities has not been enacted. Thousands of federal employees are now on unpaid leave, and this struggle has also put about $1.7 trillion in discretionary funding on hold, accounting for about one-third of the total U.S. annual expenditure.

Since October 1st, Senate Republican and Democratic groups have held several sporadic private meetings, seeking a way to resolve the Washington deadlock, but have so far been unable to reach a final agreement. (Jinse)