Will the government shut down? ‘Don’t see anyway of avoiding it’: Congressional reporter

Government Funding & Potential Shutdown - Republicans passed a clean funding bill extending government funding until November 21st, aiming to prevent negotiations with Democrats [2] - Democrats seek to roll back healthcare cuts from the "one big beautiful bill act," prevent unilateral budget rescissions, and renew enhanced Obamacare tax credits expiring at year-end [3][4] - A government shutdown is likely in approximately 36 hours due to disagreements and the House not being in session [5] - The party withholding votes to keep the government open risks public backlash, especially from swing voters [8] - The President acknowledges the possibility of a shutdown and potential for permanent budget cuts [10] Negotiation & Political Strategy - Democrats are willing to find a bipartisan path forward if the bill helps everyday Americans [7] - The White House, House, and Senate Republican leadership might commit to addressing the ACA tax credit issue [8] - The dynamic of the meeting and its productivity will depend on whether it is closed to the press [11][14] - Trump wants to make deals, but the parties are too far apart for significant progress [13]