If the interim budget is not approved, funding for US government operations could cease.
Government closure, predicted in the United States, may affect the country’s national security. This was announced by the head of the United States Department of State, Antony Blinken, in a press conference on Friday, September 29.
The US Secretary of State emphasized that the shutdown of the American government will complicate the work of the Department of State and noted that the department is preparing for a possible closurebut urged Congress “not to take this step.”
“We are very focused on making sure that, at all times, we can focus our resources on promoting and protecting national security. And, of course, on making sure that we can perform the duties necessary to protect life, property and human security,” Anthony said. Blinken.
It is known that the US House of Representatives, where the Republicans have a slight majority, has not yet voted on the budget. If it is not adopted in time, the United States will face closure.
A possible temporary stoppage of government work in the United States called a shutdown will negatively affect the training of Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighters.
The White House will continue to reach out to lawmakers of both parties in the US Congress to pass a new large-scale aid package to Ukraine.
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Source: korrespondent
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