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AFGE Urges Senate Action to End Record Shutdown

10/31/2025

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The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) intensified pressure on Senate Democrats to back a GOP plan to end the government shutdown.
Kelley, president of AFGE, highlighted federal workers' hardships and urged action before Thanksgiving.
Despite AFGE's ties to Democrats, many senators remain resistant, prioritizing expiring health care subsidies.
As the shutdown reaches a record duration after over four weeks, both parties weigh elections and impacts on federal nutrition benefits.

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The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) intensified pressure on Senate Democrats to back a GOP plan to end the government shutdown.
Kelley, president of AFGE, highlighted federal workers' hardships and urged action before Thanksgiving.
Despite AFGE's ties to Democrats, many senators remain resistant, prioritizing expiring health care subsidies.
As the shutdown reaches a record duration after over four weeks, both parties weigh elections and impacts on federal nutrition benefits.