Congress Faces Stalemate Over Government Shutdown as March 14 Deadline Looms

Debate over Trump-backed budget cuts and executive spending powers stalls progress on funding resolution.

The federal government is at risk of a partial shutdown if Congress fails to pass a funding bill by the March 14 deadline.
President Trump and Republican leaders support a 'clean' continuing resolution to extend funding through September, but disagreements persist over the inclusion of cuts from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Democrats demand assurances that appropriated funds will be spent as intended, citing concerns over unilateral actions taken by the Trump administration and DOGE's workforce reductions.
Republicans argue against limiting executive authority, while some hardliners push to codify DOGE's controversial cuts into law.
Negotiations remain deadlocked, with both parties preparing to blame the other for a potential shutdown that could impact federal workers and services.