WEST VIRGINIA (WVNS) - A potential shutdown of the federal government could have lasting impacts for millions of Americans.

With the federal government potentially approaching at least a partial shutdown for the first time in nearly seven years, many Americans are left wondering, "how does this affect me?"

Spending for certain government programs could come to a halt at midnight should congress fail to reach an agreement on funding.

Republicans in congress have said Democrats are using policy disagreements as leverage for special interests funding, while Democrats have said the government must protect essential access to affordable healthcare.

"My understanding is the holdup is over health insurance premiums," said Senior Fellow with the National Academy of Social Insurance, Michele Ev

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