Michigan budget talks stall, government shutdown risk grows

Michigan is on the verge of a government shutdown if a budget agreement is not reached by October 1, threatening funding for essential services like schools and roads. Governor Whitmer, along with legislative leaders, is engaged in negotiations to resolve the deadlock, with significant consequences looming, including the loss of free lunch for students in some districts. Senate Majority Leader Brinks and House Speaker Hall have both expressed urgency and frustration over the stalled process, as the deadline approaches.