1️⃣ Trump vs Congress Clash
• Trump wants:
• Lower government spending
• Full power to impose tariffs
• Cuts in some government programs
• A section of Congress (opposition):
• Does not agree with these demands
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2️⃣ No Interest Rate Cuts
• The economy is slowing
• Government debt interest has become very expensive
• Interest payments have increased sharply
👉 This has put huge pressure on the budget
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3️⃣ Tight 2026 Budget
• Less money available
• Too many demands
• Disagreements over:
• Defense spending
• Ukraine funding
• Border security
• Social programs
👉 Until final numbers are agreed, the bill cannot pass
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4️⃣ Politics & Elections
• Mid-term elections are approaching
• Every party is playing politics
• No one wants to compromise
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In short:
Political clashes + high interest costs + a tight budget + election pressure
= Budget delay and shutdown risk