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Senate Passes Stopgap Bill, Signals End of Shutdown
11/12/2025
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Story summary
- The Senate passed a stopgap funding bill, signaling the near end of the shutdown and moving to the House.
- Eight Democrats joined Republicans to pass the measure, changing the partisan dynamic.
- Progressives criticize Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for enabling centrist concessions despite voting against the deal.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries supports Schumer, signaling a shift from earlier tensions and a unified stance.
