The U.S. federal government shutdown, which started on July 11, is expected to end this week, White House adviser Anthony Hassett said on Sunday.
Hassett told reporters that a bipartisan compromise on the federal budget is on the table. The deal would lift the funding pause that has halted many non‑essential federal agencies.
“We’re in the process of negotiating a deal that should keep our federal workforce running and secure vital services,” Hassett said. He added that lawmakers have finally found common ground on key spending line items.
If the agreement gets approved, the Treasury can reinstate the money flow to most federal departments. That would mean that agencies like the Department of Homeland Security, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and many others could resume normal operations.
The shutdown has affected about 800,000 federal employees and has put a hold on services such as patrols, law‑enforcement support and public health programs. A quick resolution would ease those disruptions.
While some lawmakers worry about payroll for federal workers and the border, most officials expect the agreement to pass quickly. With the trust Federal Reserve and other government entities growing, the likelihood of a deadline this week looks high.
If the funding crisis is resolved, the federal government will return to full function next week. For now, the focus is on finalizing a bipartisan stance that satisfies lawmakers and keeps essential services running.
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