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Here Are the 10 Senate Democrats Who Helped Republicans Avert a Shutdown

Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada were among the first Democrats to publicly back the Republican funding bill, arguing that a shutdown would only strengthen Trump’s hand. Seven more Democrat joined them during the final vote: Sens.

Washington Examiner on MSN · 18m

Why 10 Senate Democrats say they sided with Republicans to avert a shutdown

The vote came at a steep price for Democrats, fracturing the party with calls to oust Schumer as leader and primary Democrats who sided with the GOP.

The Wall Street Journal on MSN · 3h

Senate Passes Bill Averting Shutdown, After Critical Boost From Democrats

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer took heavy criticism from fellow Democrats for backing the GOP measure, which he called the better of two bad options.

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Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill To Protect Washington D.C. From House GOP Budget Slash

Senators moved quickly to cobble together a standalone bill to shield Washington D.C. from a $1 billion budget cut ...

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Democratic Party fractures in government shutdown fight, with anger running high

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Democratic Party was fracturing Friday as a torrent of frustration and anger was unleashed at Senate ...

Government shutdown live updates: Senate passes funding bill; Trump gives campaign-style speech at Justice Dept.

Live updates and the latest news as the Senate votes to avoid a government shutdown and Mehmet Oz faces his Senate ...

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House Democratic leader Jeffries pushes back on divisions with Senate Democrats

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries tussled with reporters Friday, pushing back against the notion that the Democratic ...

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Senate approves funding bill hours before shutdown deadline, sending to Trump for signature

Democrats faced two painful options: allowing passage of a bill they believe gives the president vast discretion on spending decisions, or voting no and letting funding lapse. All told, 10 Democrats ...

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Democrats’ Path to Reclaiming the Senate Just Got Harder

New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, a three-term Democratic senator, said she wouldn’t run for re-election in 2026.

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Senate Democrats accuse DC US Attorney Ed Martin of abusing power, call for his suspension

Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee are requesting an investigation into D.C. U.S. Attorney Ed Martin by the group ...

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Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen announces she won’t seek reelection

Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s decision not to seek a fourth term further complicates Democratic hopes of retaking the Senate majority ...

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