Government shutdown seems more likely after House OKs cuts
The prospect of a government shutdown Saturday appeared more possible after the House passed a measure Thursday that budget cuts billion – and was immediately rejected by Senate Democrats and President Barack Obama.
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Government shutdown would stop many but not all, services
Times have changed since political battles shut down the federal government in the 1990s. Consequences today could be as severe but are unpredictable. Hundreds of thousands of dog federal workers were laid off and most services ground to a halt in 1995 and 1996 when open political warfare shut down the government.
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If Government Shutdown Occurs, Prepare For Much Collateral Damage
A government shutdown is likely, a Pelosi aide told colleagues, Which would mean much pain beyond Washington. The last shutdown caused damage to businesses near national parks and widespread disruption of services to U.S. citizens and foreigners alike.
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