Government Shutdown Escalates as Senate Deadlocks

Senate failed to pass funding bills, causing government shutdown on October 1, 2025.
Senate Democrats blocked GOP resolution for third time.
ACA subsidies expiring; Democrats warned of 114% premium rise.
55-45 vote failed; three Democrats supported funding bill.
Thune: one vote away from ending shutdown.
750,000 workers face furloughs, $400M daily back pay.
Senate leaves for Yom Kippur; House Speaker blames Democrats.

Politics | Government | Healthcare

United States

Mike Johnson | Thune

1 month ago