DHS, shutdown and government
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After the most recent fatal shooting by federal agents, Democrats are rejecting a DHS funding provision. It could shut the government down.
By Andy Sullivan WASHINGTON, Jan 27 (Reuters) - Large portions of the U.S. government could be forced to shut down as soon as Saturday if Congress does not resolve a dispute over immigration enforcement.
WASHINGTON — Most of the federal government could shut down at the end of the week.
The IRS's ability to stay open during a shutdown depends on funding. How will filings and refunds be impacted?
The federal government partially shut down early Saturday as Congress did not agree on funding for several agencies before the midnight deadline.
A bipartisan funding package was unveiled Tuesday, as lawmakers seek to avoid another shutdown.
The federal government shut down for 43 days between October and November and markets fear it could happen again before the month is out.
A Senate vote could come soon on the emerging proposal that would split off a Department of Homeland Security funding bill for further negotiations on immigration enforcement.