Congress remains deadlocked on shutdown ahead of Monday vote

Democratic and Republican leaders remain at an impasse on how to end the US government shutdown as a crucial Monday vote nears. Differences over healthcare, including health insurance subsidies and cuts to Medicaid, have led to the standoff. Republicans and Democrats have traded accusations of bad faith negotiations, with the Senate expected to reconvene Monday to address funding measures while House Democrats plan a meeting to discuss the situation. SEO: US government shutdown continues as Congress deadlocked on healthcare and funding issues ahead of Monday vote.