US Government Shutdown Could End Today; Trump Claims 'Victory'
The US federal government shutdown could end as early as today, and President Donald Trump has referred to the situation as his 'victory.' The shutdown occurred due to delays in budget approval, leading to a temporary suspension of some government functions. The US House of Representatives is scheduled to vote on a temporary budget resolution on November 13th, Korean time. A shutdown signifies a temporary paralysis of government functions due to Congress's failure to pass a budget. Most government operations, except for essential public services, are suspended, and civil servants are temporarily placed on unpaid leave. A prolonged shutdown can have negative impacts on the overall economy.
President Donald Trump has blamed the opposition Democratic Party for the shutdown, claiming that the national losses resulting from the situation amount to 2.2 quadrillion won. Through his social media account, President Trump criticized, "The Democrats are holding national security and the safety of the people hostage." Conversely, the Democratic Party refuted President Trump's claims as "outrageous lies," arguing that the root cause of the shutdown lies in the Trump administration's unilateral policy decisions. The Democratic Party criticized, "President Trump is threatening the national economy to achieve his political goals."
The shutdown has triggered various criticisms within the United States. In particular, concerns are being raised that the suspension of government agency operations is causing inconvenience to the public and that economic losses are substantial. Some experts have warned that the shutdown could undermine the US's national credibility. Meanwhile, a specific email has been released in the US House of Representatives, drawing attention. Additional verification is needed regarding the content and significance of the email. The Democratic Party has stated that further investigation and verification of the email's contents are necessary. An objective investigation is required to confirm the facts of the currently disclosed email.
The outcome of the US House of Representatives' vote on the temporary budget resolution will likely determine whether the shutdown ends. However, differences between the ruling and opposition parties remain significant, making a final agreement challenging. Concerns are growing that a prolonged shutdown could have a more significant negative impact on the US economy. Experts warn that the US economic growth rate could slow down if the shutdown is not resolved quickly. US federal government shutdowns often stem from political conflicts related to budget approval. Shutdowns have occurred several times in the past, each causing social disruption and economic losses. The shutdown is seen as a chronic problem in US politics, and there is a growing call for fundamental solutions. It is pointed out that the political community should work together on a bipartisan basis to develop measures to prevent future shutdowns.
