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Shutdown Enters Tenth Day: Speaker Johnson Pushes for Resolution

10/10/2025

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House Speaker Mike Johnson pressures Senate Democrats to end the shutdown on its tenth day and reopen the government.
Some House Republicans worry about optics and want to return next week.
Senate Republicans need eight Democrats to pass a continuing resolution as John Thune resists filibuster changes.
Active-duty service members may miss paychecks if the shutdown lasts past October 15.

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Story summary

House Speaker Mike Johnson pressures Senate Democrats to end the shutdown on its tenth day and reopen the government.
Some House Republicans worry about optics and want to return next week.
Senate Republicans need eight Democrats to pass a continuing resolution as John Thune resists filibuster changes.
Active-duty service members may miss paychecks if the shutdown lasts past October 15.