US EditionDemocrats meet to discuss deal to reopen government
Democrats aim to end the 37-day shutdown by securing a vote to extend Obamacare subsidies amid bipartisan talks and election-driven pressure, with a dozen Democrats backing compromise.
- Later Thursday, Senate Democrats will hold a special caucus meeting to determine whether enough members back an emerging deal to reopen the government.
- The 37-day government shutdown has caused travel disruption as the Department of Transportation plans a 10% reduction in flight capacity at 40 major airports beginning Friday, while Democrats remain split over the debate over a vote commitment versus a pre-negotiated Obamacare deal.
- Vote arithmetic centers on a 60-vote bipartisan threshold as Democrats say a guaranteed vote on expiring Obamacare subsidies could entice enough Republicans, while a dozen or so Democrats remain willing to hold firm.
- Procedural uncertainty in both chambers could stall any agreement as Speaker Mike Johnson has not committed to a House vote and Senate Majority Leader John Thune awaits progress before extending floor time through the weekend.
- Political calculations, including President Donald Trump's stance, shape the negotiation landscape as many Senate Democrats feel emboldened by Election Day wins while Senate Republicans remain adamant that Democrats want something GOP leaders cannot deliver.
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Vote to reopen U.S. government on Friday, amid longest shutdown in American history
The Senate plans to vote Friday on whether to advance a revamped package to reopen the government, testing Democrats after a week of internal debate over how long to hold out for their policy aims.
Deal to reopen government falters over Democrats’ distrust of Trump
Democratic support for a potential deal to reopen the government has crumbled because of deep mistrust among Senate Democrats over whether they can trust President Trump to act in good faith to extend health insurance subsidies or to stop firing…
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News & RecordDeal to end government shutdown still elusive
WASHINGTON — Bipartisan talks to reopen the government intensified Thursday as lawmakers in both parties felt increased urgency to alleviate a growing airport crisis, pay government workers and restore delayed food aid to millions of people.
Deal to End Shutdown Falters Over Distrust of Trump
“Democratic support for a potential deal to reopen the government has crumbled because of deep mistrust among Senate Democrats over whether they can trust President Trump to act in good faith to extend health insurance subsidies or to stop firing federal workers,” NewsNation reports.
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