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US government nears first shutdown in nearly 7 years amid partisan standoff

The US government is on the brink of its first shutdown in nearly seven years, as Democrats and Republicans remain at an impasse over health care and spending issues. This standoff could lead to hundreds of thousands of federal workers facing furloughs, highlighting the serious consequences of political gridlock. It's a critical moment that underscores the need for bipartisan cooperation to ensure government services continue uninterrupted.

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The US government is on the brink of its first shutdown in nearly seven years, as Democrats and Republicans remain at an impasse over health care and spending issues. This standoff could lead to hundreds of thousands of federal workers facing furloughs, highlighting the serious consequences of political gridlock. It's a critical moment that underscores the need for bipartisan cooperation to ensure government services continue uninterrupted.
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