Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., warns that the federal government could face a shutdown as lawmakers continue to dispute the fiscal year 2027 defense budget. Kennedy says leaders should prepare for a potential shutdown because negotiations have not settled on whether defense spending should increase. Both outlets report that Kennedy’s comments center on disagreements in Congress over the size of the defense budget and the broader budget negotiations tied to keeping the government operating. The reporting does not specify the amount being debated or the particular provisions at issue, but it emphasizes that the lack of agreement is driving uncertainty about whether lawmakers can reach the funding levels required to avoid a shutdown. The warnings come as budget talks remain unresolved, with Kennedy urging readiness in case funding deadlines are missed. The articles attribute the warning directly to Kennedy and frame it as a contingency for the outcome of fiscal 2027 budget negotiations.