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Democratic leaders on Capitol Hill are insisting on an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits as part of a package to fund the government.

Republican lawmakers and the White House have dismissed the proposal, with Trump administration officials threatening mass firings of federal workers.

Betting markets had chances of a shutdown soaring above 70%.

WASHINGTON — Washington is barreling toward a government shutdown Tuesday night, with few signs of an off-ramp as Democrats and Republicans dig in for a fight over government spending.

Democratic leadership on Capitol Hill is insisting on an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits as part of a package to fund the governm

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