Biden Signs Government Funding Bill Averting Shutdown

Biden Signs Government Funding Bill Averting Shutdown

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The video discusses the current state of US government funding, highlighting that a shutdown has been averted until December 3rd. However, there is an ongoing debate over the debt ceiling, with Democrats and Republicans at a standoff. The Democrats, who control the government, are seeking Republican support to raise the debt ceiling. Additionally, the video covers the infrastructure bill, which is facing challenges within the Democratic Party. The progressive wing is concerned that passing the bill might jeopardize other parts of President Biden's policy agenda, such as healthcare and climate change provisions.

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What is the current status of the US government funding as mentioned in the text?

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What deadline do lawmakers have to figure out a longer-term funding plan for the US?

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What are the key issues being debated in Congress as mentioned in the text?

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What concerns do the progressive wing of the Democratic Party have regarding the infrastructure bill?

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What are the potential consequences if the infrastructure bill is passed now?

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