President Joe Biden is currently maintaining a low profile amidst a potential government shutdown crisis, with the White House and Democrats shifting the responsibility onto Republicans to find a resolution. The funding issue escalated after President-elect Donald Trump criticized a funding deal negotiated by House Speaker Mike Johnson, which would have funded the government until March. Trump's disapproval of the deal raises doubts about his support for Johnson in the upcoming speaker's race.
Democrats are emphasizing the significant impact a government shutdown would have on millions of Americans beyond government workers potentially missing paychecks. They are highlighting the potential losses individual states could face, such as in disaster relief funding, if a funding plan falls through.
