A last-minute 'slush fund' snag and 4 other key shutdown-ending moments

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The report gives the vote tally, explains the main dispute and includes attributed comments from lawmakers on different sides. It offers limited direct sourcing and little detail on the funding package beyond the contested provision and the health-care disagreement.

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