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Senate Democrats Push for Unity Amid Ongoing Shutdown

11/7/2025

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Senate Democrats urge unity as the government shutdown reaches its 37th day.
After a closed-door meeting, they seek a deal that would extend Obamacare subsidies.
They remain skeptical of Senate Majority Leader John Thune's latest proposal, which does not include subsidies.
House Speaker Mike Johnson has declined to guarantee a vote on the subsidies, complicating negotiations.

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Senate Democrats urge unity as the government shutdown reaches its 37th day.
After a closed-door meeting, they seek a deal that would extend Obamacare subsidies.
They remain skeptical of Senate Majority Leader John Thune's latest proposal, which does not include subsidies.
House Speaker Mike Johnson has declined to guarantee a vote on the subsidies, complicating negotiations.