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Federal Shutdown Persists as Both Parties Face Blame

10/16/2025

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Nebraska's all-Republican delegation addresses the federal shutdown, now in its third week.
Republicans demand a 'clean' funding resolution, and Democrats seek extended ACA subsidies.
The Senate has rejected GOP funding proposals and over 4,000 federal employees have received layoff notices.
Polls show Americans blame both parties for the shutdown, with Democrats more concerned about its impact.

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Story summary

Nebraska's all-Republican delegation addresses the federal shutdown, now in its third week.
Republicans demand a 'clean' funding resolution, and Democrats seek extended ACA subsidies.
The Senate has rejected GOP funding proposals and over 4,000 federal employees have received layoff notices.
Polls show Americans blame both parties for the shutdown, with Democrats more concerned about its impact.