Congress has lost its grip on funding the government
The Washington Post • • general
Key Points:
- Congress has failed to pass annual funding bills on time since 1997, highlighting ongoing struggles with the budget-making process.
- Partisan gridlock continues to hinder the legislature's ability to approve federal spending efficiently.
- President Donald Trump's push for Republicans to act independently has further complicated budget negotiations.
- The dysfunction in budget-making risks jeopardizing programs that are important to many Americans.