Summary
Congress was not in session on Thursday because of the Jewish holiday Yom Kippur. Senator Mike Rounds, a Republican, explained the current situation concerning negotiations about ending the government shutdown.
Key Facts
- Congress did not meet on Thursday due to Yom Kippur, a Jewish holiday.
- The Senate will return to session on Friday.
- There is a government shutdown currently in place.
- Some senators are trying to find a solution by talking across party lines.
- Republican Senator Mike Rounds is involved in discussions regarding ending the shutdown.
