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- U.S. President Donald Trump signed a budget bill that averts a shutdown until Dec 11.
- Congress approved the measure early, extending funding beyond the Sep 30 deadline.
- Analysts say a Democratic win could trigger a stopgap bill and a later shutdown.
- Senate requires 60 votes to end a filibuster, so Republicans need at least seven Democrats for spending.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries must court progressives to win the Speaker’s gavel in Jan.
