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Senate Nears Deal to End Shutdown Amid Hemp Dispute

11/12/2025

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Congress is close to finalizing a deal to end the longest U.S. government shutdown, but a last-minute hemp provision delays progress.
Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) objects to a provision closing a loophole for unregulated THC products, arguing it harms Kentucky's hemp industry.
Despite his objections, the agreement is supported by U.S. President Donald Trump and is expected to pass the Senate and House, pending unanimous consent.

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Story summary

Congress is close to finalizing a deal to end the longest U.S. government shutdown, but a last-minute hemp provision delays progress.
Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) objects to a provision closing a loophole for unregulated THC products, arguing it harms Kentucky's hemp industry.
Despite his objections, the agreement is supported by U.S. President Donald Trump and is expected to pass the Senate and House, pending unanimous consent.