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Senate Democrats are considering a deal to end the government shutdown. The potential agreement involves a temporary funding extension paired with a larger package to fully fund key agencies, including increased security measures for Congress and funding for Capitol Police. While Democrats won’t get an extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies in the deal, they would secure a Senate vote on the issue. Key sticking points remain, including the reinstatement of fired federal workers. A vote on the deal could occur as early as Sunday, but the process of passing the bill through both the Senate and House could take several days.

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Senate Democrats Signal Breakthrough in Shutdown Negotiations

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A possible end to the longest government shutdown in US history may be on the horizon, as several Senate Democrats are indicating a willingness to vote to reopen the government in exchange for key concessions from the White House.

A person involved in the talks says the emerging agreement would involve a stopgap measure extending government funding until January, linked to a broader package that fully funds critical agencies. This wider legislation includes full-year appropriations bills addressing military construction, veterans affairs, the legislative branch, and the Department of Agriculture. Notably, the deal incorporates $203.5 million in new funding to bolster security measures for members of Congress and $852 million for the US Capitol Police, according to a summary provided by Senator Patty Murray, a leading Democratic appropriator.

While the potential deal falls short of a key Democratic priority – an extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies – it would guarantee a Senate vote on the issue at a later date. Sources indicate that Democrats, acknowledging President Trump’s opposition, are willing to settle for a standalone vote on ACA subsidies in order to resolve the shutdown crisis.

“Democrats understand the current political reality,” said a source close to the negotiations. “Getting a vote on the ACA, even without a guaranteed outcome, is a worthwhile step towards ending this stalemate.”

However, sticking points remain, including Democratic demands for the reinstatement of federal workers who were fired during the shutdown. CNN sources suggest potential reversals of some reductions in force throughout the federal government.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune suggested the initial vote on the House-passed stopgap measure could occur as early as Sunday. This would require the support of at least eight Democrats to proceed. The Senate would then amend the bill with the larger funding package negotiated between the parties.

If the Senate passes the amended bill, it would return to the House for final approval before heading to President Trump’s desk for signature. This process could take several more days.

The outcome of these negotiations remains uncertain, but the emerging deal signals a potential path forward after weeks of political deadlock.

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