As the U.S. government shutdown enters its third week, the search for a solution is accelerating in the Senate.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune told Republican senators in a closed session that they would vote on a new government reopening plan. According to people familiar with the matter, Republican leaders are aiming to build momentum to break the deadlock.
Mr. Thune carefully answered reporters’ questions about whether Democrats and Republicans were close to reaching an agreement.
“Until we understand where the Democrats are going, we don’t know if we’re going to get any closer to a deal.”
President Donald Trump acknowledged the continued uncertainty, saying, “We don’t know how long this government shutdown will last. How long this shutdown lasts is up to Democrats.”
Thune suggested the Senate could convene over the weekend to try to end the government shutdown. Talks with the Democratic Party have stalled, and the solution remains unclear.
It’s unclear what new approach Republicans will try. They are aiming to pass a bill in the Senate that will pay the salaries of federal employees who continue to work during the government shutdown. However, the timing of a Senate vote on the interim budget bill passed by the House of Representatives will depend on the actions of the Democratic Party.
“Members will be advised to be prepared to vote if necessary, and we will see if Democrats can return to their seats in the coming days,” Thune said.
*This is not investment advice.
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