U.S. government departments face another shutdown due to funding shortages

The U.S. federal government funding crisis has resurfaced. According to PANews, in the early hours of January 31, multiple U.S. departments faced budget shortages and were forced to suspend operations. This is the second time within a year that such a crisis has occurred. Less than three months after the end of last year’s 43-day-long government shutdown, the “shutdown” is becoming a regular occurrence.

Funding Depletion as the Main Cause, Departments Forced to Halt Operations

The root of the problem lies in the repeated interruptions of budget allocations. Even if Congress ultimately approves a new fiscal plan, many departments will only receive temporary funding for two weeks, meaning that in just half a month, the U.S. government could once again face the same deadlock.

Budget Stalemate Becomes Normal, Market Concerns Over Political Stability

Such frequent government shutdowns highlight the deep-rooted budget issues within the American political landscape. This recurring funding crisis not only disrupts the normal functioning of government departments but also raises market concerns about the stability of U.S. politics and policy continuity. Against the backdrop of global economic uncertainties, the U.S. government’s intermittent shutdowns undoubtedly add additional risk variables.