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Government Shutdown: What’s Holding Up a Budget Deal?

Less than 10 hours before the U.S. government runs out of funds, Congress is frantically trying to find a resolution—and failing to do so. Here’s a quick guide to what’s preventing a deal and what scenarios exist for both sides to go forward.

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Federal employees protested the looming government shutdown on Friday. (Jacquelyn Martin / AP Photo),Jacquelyn Martin

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