It seems like there might have been disagreement or opposition from within Johnson’s own political party, leading to a failure of his plan to prevent the government from shutting down. A government shutdown occurs when Congress and the President fail to pass appropriations legislation funding government operations and agencies. Shutdowns have political implications as they often cause a halt to most routine functions of government while essential services continue.
Without more specific details, I can’t give you a more precise explanation. However, generally speaking, such a situation could