Summary
The U.S. Senate voted to end a government shutdown with a proposal led by Republicans, a decision that upset some progressive Democrats. Democratic Senate leader Chuck Schumer faced criticism for allowing the vote to proceed without securing healthcare subsidies as demanded by Democrats. The bill funds parts of the government temporarily but leaves the issue of healthcare subsidies unresolved.
Key Facts
- The Senate passed a bill to end the U.S. government shutdown without healthcare subsidies under the Affordable Care Act.
- Democratic leader Chuck Schumer faced backlash for enabling the vote on the Republican proposal.
- The measure funds the government until January 30 but defers the decision on healthcare subsidies.
- Seven Democratic Senators and one Independent Senator voted with Republicans to end the shutdown.
- Schumer did not vote for the measure but is criticized for not preventing the defections.
- Progressive Democrats are calling for stronger leadership and critiquing Schumer's previous political stances.
- Senate Republicans agreed to a future vote on ACA subsidies in December, though approval is uncertain.
