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Democrats and Republicans are battling over what to do about the federal debt limit. Here's what will happen if the U.S. defaults on its debt. RELATED: https://bit.ly/3kvCfjO WASHINGTON – Democratic and Republican leaders clashed over funding the federal government and raising the nation's limit on borrowing, leaving the issues unresolved as Democratic leaders unveiled a plan for voting on both at once. The problem is two-fold. Congress hasn’t approved funding for the government for the year that begins Oct. 1, so lawmakers need a temporary spending measure by then. The so-called continuing resolution would keep the government functioning until year-long legislation is approved. In addition, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has warned that the country will reach its limit on borrowing in mid-October, so the ceiling must be raised. » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/39uRC5S » USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, and more through award-winning journalism, photos, videos and VR.