Thune Pushes Friday Vote to End Shutdown

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., will hold a vote Friday in an effort to end the ongoing government shutdown, Politico reported.

According to individuals in the room who were granted anonymity, Thune told lawmakers during a Thursday lunch that he intends to bring up the House-passed continuing resolution, which has failed 14 times, but this time may include a three-bill spending package negotiated with Democrats.

The revised measure would extend government funding through January, replacing the current Nov. 21 deadline. Lawmakers are also engaged in bipartisan talks about a potential vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, though details remain unclear.

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