New Developments in the US Government Shutdown: This Weekend is Critical

As the federal government shutdown within the US approaches its third week, the seek for an answer within the Senate is accelerating.

Senate Majority Chief John Thune informed Republican senators in a closed-door assembly {that a} vote on a brand new proposal to reopen the federal government is predicted. Republican leaders are aiming to construct momentum to interrupt the deadlock, individuals accustomed to the matter stated.

Thune responded cautiously to reporters’ query: “Are Democrats and Republicans near a deal?”

“I am unsure we’re any nearer to a deal till we perceive the place the Democrats are going.”

US President Donald Trump additionally acknowledged the continued uncertainty, issuing the next assertion: “I do not know the way lengthy the federal government shutdown will final. How lengthy this shutdown will final is as much as the Democrats.”

Thune indicated the Senate might maintain a session this weekend to attempt to finish the shutdown. An answer stays unclear after talks with Democrats stalled.

The brand new strategy that Republicans need to attempt has not but been clarified. They intention to go a invoice within the Senate that may pay the salaries of federal workers who proceed to work throughout the federal government shutdown. Nonetheless, the timing of the Senate vote on the Home-passed emergency finances will depend upon Democrats’ actions.

“Our members might be suggested to be ready to vote if obligatory. We’ll see if Democrats can come again to the desk within the coming days,” Thune stated.

*This isn’t funding recommendation.