The U.S. government crisis persists as a Senate vote for a short-term funding measure fails, leading to a standoff between Democrats and Republicans. President Trump has not engaged with Democratic leaders, while the White House threatens mass layoffs of federal workers. Democrats demand the extension of health care subsidies, but Republicans refuse to negotiate. A recent Supreme Court ruling complicates the situation, allowing Trump to potentially nullify any agreements made by Congress, raising concerns about the length of the shutdown. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)