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U.S. Shutdown: Democrats Seek Deal on Health Subsidies

11/4/2025

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The U.S. government shutdown has persisted for over a month due to health care subsidy disputes.
Democrats push for a deal to address Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune urged Democrats to back a clean continuing resolution.
The resolution depends on bipartisan support, with 55% odds to last through November 16.
Key Democratic senators Jeanne Shaheen and Mark Kelly are engaged in negotiations.

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Story summary

The U.S. government shutdown has persisted for over a month due to health care subsidy disputes.
Democrats push for a deal to address Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune urged Democrats to back a clean continuing resolution.
The resolution depends on bipartisan support, with 55% odds to last through November 16.
Key Democratic senators Jeanne Shaheen and Mark Kelly are engaged in negotiations.