Summary
The U.S. Senate will vote again on a measure to reopen the government. Senate Majority Leader John Thune has said that no further votes are likely over the weekend if this measure does not pass. The government shutdown has affected many federal employees and services.
Key Facts
- The Senate is set to vote on a government funding measure on Friday.
- If the vote fails, the Senate might not vote again until Monday.
- Bipartisan talks are ongoing, but disagreements persist.
- Republicans and Democrats blame each other for the continued shutdown.
- Many federal workers face furloughs or are working without pay due to the shutdown.
- A recent Senate vote failed to pass a funding measure, receiving 55 out of 60 needed votes.
- The proposed bill was opposed by Democrats for not including certain health care tax credit extensions.
- The ongoing shutdown is impacting various public services and could strain the economy if it continues.
