Biden urges Congress to pass short-term spending bill
U.S. President Joe Biden emphasized the importance of Congress passing a stopgap spending bill to prevent a partial federal government shutdown, which would occur if funding legislation is not approved by October 1.
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- Published Date: 07:11 | 20 September 2024
- Modified Date: 07:11 | 20 September 2024
U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday said it was critical for Congress to pass a stopgap spending bill, which would avert a partial federal government shutdown that would begin if lawmakers do not pass funding legislation by Oct 1.