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U.S. government shutdown expected to end

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Several U.S. Democratic senators have had to justify their decision to vote along with the Republicans in order to start the process of ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.

Breakdown
  • President Donald Trump signaled the government shutdown would soon end after 41 days, making it the longest in U.S. history.
  • A bipartisan funding deal was reached, with Democrats securing back pay for federal workers and a pledge for a future vote on health care subsidies. 17s
  • Democrats did not obtain an extension of health care subsidies, but agreed to end the shutdown based on other concessions. 35s
  • The shutdown led to millions losing food stamp access and caused significant disruptions at airports due to unpaid workers. 1m 16s
  • Final votes to end the shutdown are expected soon, with both parties facing political consequences for the prolonged closure. 2m 3s
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