What happens if the US government shuts down?

Here's how the US got to the brink of yet another funding lapse and what it means for Americans - and Trump.

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Funding is set to lapse at midnight on Friday unless Republicans and Democrats can agree on a way forward.

Here's a breakdown of how we got here and what this means for Americans - and for Donald Trump.

Many federal government agencies rely on annual funding approved by Congress.

Every year, these agencies submit their requests, which Congress must pass, and the president must sign budget legislation for the next fiscal year.

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