Summary
Senate Majority Leader John Thune plans to have a vote on Friday to end the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, but Democrats are not expected to support it. Democrats want to extend the battle into next week and seek guarantees on health care subsidies. Senate Republicans have offered a new proposal, but disagreements continue.
Key Facts
- The Senate will vote on a deal to end the government shutdown this Friday.
- Democrats feel encouraged after recent election successes and want to continue negotiations.
- President Trump said the public blames Republicans more than Democrats for the shutdown.
- Senate Republicans proposed a temporary funding measure until December 19th.
- The proposal includes full funding for certain government areas like military and agriculture.
- Republicans also offered a future vote on health care subsidies; the details are unclear.
- Democrats want clear commitments on health subsidies and assurance from President Trump.
- Missed paychecks and reduced services like SNAP benefits are pushing lawmakers to find a solution.
