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flag Congress rushes to avoid a government shutdown by September 30, amid partisan disputes over funding.

flag Congress faces a potential government shutdown with only seven working days left before a funding deadline, shortened by upcoming Jewish holidays. flag Lawmakers have until September 30 to pass appropriations bills, with efforts to package several bills into a "mini-bus" and attach a continuing resolution (CR) to avoid a shutdown. flag Bipartisan support is needed, with Democrats aiming to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies and Republicans favoring a "clean" CR. flag The outcome of negotiations will decide if a shutdown is avoided.

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