With just a little over three days left until the government funding deadline, negotiators are still at an impasse over a spending deal. Aides involved in the talks have revealed that a major point of contention is the inclusion of aid for farmers in the end-of-year spending bill.
Republicans are pushing for additional funds to support farmers, while Democrats are making demands in exchange for their approval. This issue has caused delays in finalizing the spending deal, with negotiators working tirelessly over the weekend to find a resolution.
