The United States Senate advanced a procedural vote late Sunday night that could reopen the government after a 40-day shutdown, thanks to a deal struck by moderate Democrats and Republicans. FOX 5 Atlanta
The agreement would temporarily fund most federal programs through late January and schedule a separate December vote on extending subsidies under the Affordable Care Act insurance credits. FOX 5 Atlanta However, progressive Democrats slammed the deal for lacking a guaranteed extension of the health-care subsidies—arguing the earlier settlement concedes critical leverage in the standoff.
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