Government shutdown becomes the longest on record as fallout spreads nationwide
President Trump demanded Senate Republicans eliminate the filibuster to end the record-breaking government shutdown.
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President Trump demanded Senate Republicans eliminate the filibuster to end the record-breaking government shutdown.
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The U.S. government shutdown has hit a record 36 days as President Trump blames Senate Republicans for recent election losses and demands an end to the filibuster, while Democrats leverage their victories to demand healthcare subsidy negotiations.
House Speaker maintaining a standoff on funding
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Senate Democratic leader demanding health care negotiations
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Senate Republican Whip resisting filibuster changes
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Senator advocating for a bipartisan funding package
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