Little Sign Of Progress On Wall Stalemate After Hill Leaders Briefed At White House

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington, D.C., is among those institutions closed due to the partial government shutdown.

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Updated at 7:27 p.m. ET

A closed-door briefing for congressional leaders in the White House Situation Room on Wednesday failed to resolve any issues between Democrats and the Trump administration over funding for border security.

The stalemate has led to a partial government shutdown, now nearing the two-week mark.