US Government Enters Partial Shutdown Amid Immigration Dispute, Budget Stalled

• The US government entered a partial shutdown after Congress failed to approve the 2026 budget by the Saturday midnight deadline.
• Negotiations stalled on Capitol Hill due to disputes over immigration enforcement funding and recent events in Minneapolis.
• Democratic anger over the killing of two protesters in Minneapolis by federal immigration agents derailed discussions for Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding.
• Roughly three-quarters of federal operations are affected, impacting agencies covering education, health, housing, and defense.
• Congressional leaders anticipate a short disruption, with the House expected to restore funding early next week, but a prolonged shutdown could furlough thousands of federal employees.

Why It Matters: US government partially shuts down as immigration funding dispute stalls 2026 budget deal.