Senate passes GOP measure to avert shutdown as Democrats fume over choice
The Senate on Friday passed a Republican-led stopgap measure to keep the government funded ahead of a midnight deadline.
Senate Passes Bill Averting Shutdown, After Critical Boost From Democrats
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer took heavy criticism from fellow Democrats for allowing GOP measure to proceed, calling ...
Senate Clears the Way to Avert Shutdown After Schumer Relents
An afternoon vote was expected to clear the way for a Republican-written bill to keep government funding flowing past ...
Government shutdown looms: A look at how and where federal workers would be most affected
Like any home or business, the federal government must pay its bills: Congress has little time to prevent a government ...
Dems, facing shutdown, previously criticized Republicans for 'political games' during gov funding fights
Democrats have criticized Republicans for their hesitation to pass government funding legislation, while their own party is currently on the brink of allowing a federal shutdown.