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Senate Divided as Trump Blamed for Shutdown Crisis

11/5/2025

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The Senate remains divided on ending the shutdown because centrists are split over negotiating with Republicans and concessions on subsidies.
Schumer criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for not addressing rising health care costs.
A poll shows a majority of voters blame Trump and Republicans for the shutdown.
Lawmakers expect the New Jersey and Virginia elections to influence negotiations.

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Story summary

The Senate remains divided on ending the shutdown because centrists are split over negotiating with Republicans and concessions on subsidies.
Schumer criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for not addressing rising health care costs.
A poll shows a majority of voters blame Trump and Republicans for the shutdown.
Lawmakers expect the New Jersey and Virginia elections to influence negotiations.