Senators Reach Bipartisan Deal to End U.S. Government Shutdown
U.S. senators have reached a tentative deal to end the federal government shutdown, according to media reports. The bipartisan agreement, finalized Sunday, is expected to receive a procedural vote in the Senate later today, paving the way for final passage and a move to the House of Representatives. The measure would reopen the government through the end of January and ensure back pay for furloughed federal workers. While the deal does not immediately extend the expiring Affordable Care Act premium tax credits—an issue important to Democrats—it includes a commitment to hold a separate vote on that matter in December. At least eight Democratic senators are expected to support the measure, helping it clear the 60-vote threshold needed to advance. Lawmakers expressed cautious optimism that the deal could end weeks of political stalemate and restore normal government operations.
