Thu Oct 23 10:20:00 UTC 2025: Summary:

The U.S. government shutdown has entered its 22nd day with no resolution in sight. Senate Democrats blocked the 12th attempt by Republicans to reopen the government, demanding a deal to extend expiring Obamacare subsidies. Senator Merkley, D-Ore., held a nearly 24-hour filibuster protesting Republican’s healthcare policies. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., has requested another meeting with President Trump to negotiate a resolution. Trump has stated he will only negotiate after the government is reopened. Republicans have offered a vote on the subsidies Democrats want, but Democrats are holding out for guaranteed outcome. The White House is refusing policy conversations while the government remains shut down.

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Government Shutdown Drags On: Democrats Block 12th GOP Attempt to Reopen Government

Washington D.C. – The government shutdown entered its 22nd day with no end in sight after Senate Democrats blocked the 12th attempt by Republicans to reopen the government. The vote failed 54-46, falling short of the 60 votes needed. The shutdown is primarily stalled over disagreements regarding the extension of expiring Obamacare subsidies.

Senator Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., held a nearly 24-hour filibuster protesting Republican’s healthcare policies. The Senator accused Republicans of slashing Americans’ healthcare.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., reiterated his call for a meeting with President Trump to break the impasse. “Hakeem [Jeffries] and I reached out to the president today and urged him to sit down and negotiate with us,” Schumer stated.

However, President Trump indicated he would only be willing to meet after the government is reopened. “The government has to be open,” Trump said.

Republicans are offering a vote on the subsidies Democrats want, but Democrats are holding out for guaranteed outcome in the shutdown fight. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., said he felt that President Trump wanted the Democrats to take yes for an answer.

The White House has remained steadfast in its refusal to negotiate policy matters while the government remains closed. The shutdown continues to disrupt government services and raises concerns about the economy.

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