Senate Again Rejects Competing Bills to End Government Shutdown

Contact Your Elected Officials

A series of discussions and votes over the past week have failed to produce a government funding deal that both sides support.

The Senate again rejected two competing party bills to fund the government on the evening of Oct. 6 as a shutdown standoff between the two major parties nears its seventh day.

The upper chamber voted down the Democrats’ government funding bill, which would alter health care provisions changed by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, in a 45–50 vote. Republicans’ “clean” funding extension also failed again in a 52–42 vote.

The ongoing shutdown began at 12:01 a.m. EDT on Oct. 1, after Republicans and Democrats were unable to reach an agreement to keep the government open. Despite taking several votes on competing funding options over the past week, neither side has garnered enough support for its proposal.

The bill put forward by Republicans, which has the backing of Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) and President Donald Trump, is considered a “clean” funding extension, describing a bill without partisan attachments or other bill riders.

The Democrats’ bill calls for reversing up to $1 trillion in Medicaid cuts enacted under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, as well as an extension of Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance subsidies that are set to expire at the end of this year.

Republicans have repeatedly described these demands as a nonstarter, although Trump suggested to reporters on Oct. 6 that he may be open to discussions on ACA subsidies, saying “some very good things” could happen.

Specifically, Trump indicated that he would be open to making a deal on the issue, but he also cited some Republicans’ concerns that the subsidies waste “billions and billions” of dollars.

“We are speaking with the Democrats,” Trump said.

Both parties’ bills would extend funding for several weeks, punting the deadline to November as lawmakers continue work on 12 obligatory funding bills for various sectors of the government.

However, because of the Senate rules, Republicans need 60 votes to pass the bill, which means that at least seven Democrats would need to agree.

The results of the Oct. 6 vote on government funding suggest that little has changed since an Oct. 3 vote on both parties’ proposals, which failed.

By Joseph Lord and Ryan Morgan

Read Full Article on TheEpochTimes.com

The Epoch Times
The Epoch Timeshttps://www.theepochtimes.com/
Tired of biased news? The Epoch Times is truthful, factual news that other media outlets don't report. No spin. No agenda. Just honest journalism like it used to be.

Government Shutdown, Health Care, Tax Breaks=Perfect Storm

The shutdown over cuts to health subsidies for the poor stems from Trump’s OBBB plan, which critics say funneled trillions to the wealthy.

3I/Atlas Comet or UFO Arrives Tomorrow!

The 3I/Atlas object is hurtling toward our solar system on a strange path and composition, set to pass behind the sun, obscuring visual and radio tracking.

‘I’d Be Finished’: Vaccine Researcher Trashes Own Study to Save Career

Most doctors comply with the system, following orders to keep their jobs, income, and prestige, even if it means setting aside independent judgment.

Kamala, Please Run Again

Kamala Harris hinted she wants to run for President in 2028, despite poor poll numbers and her loss in 2024. If she runs, the big winners will be the GOP.

Rosie O’Donnell vs. Her Therapist

Rosie O’Donnell's therapist attempted to artfully introduce to her client to the possibility that Rosie's outrage might be performative. It didn’t take.

Federal Judge Extends Order Blocking Firings During Shutdown

A federal judge on Oct. 28 indefinitely blocked the Trump administration from firing federal employees during the ongoing federal government shutdown.

Los Angeles Dethrones Chicago as ‘Rattiest’ US City

Los Angeles has dethroned Chicago as the “rattiest” U.S. city after more than a decade, becoming the new top haven for rodents.

Prediction of Climate Catastrophe Loses Some of Its Strongest Advocates

Bill Gates says the “doomsday view” of climate catastrophe is wrong, signaling a major shift in the global warming debate.

DOJ to Review Biden’s Use of Autopen for Pardons

The DOJ will review the Biden administration’s use of an autopen for thousands of pardons, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed Tuesday.

Trump, Japanese PM Sign Critical Minerals, Rare Earths Deal

The U.S. president visited Tokyo on the second leg...

Trump Hikes Canada’s Tariffs by 10 Percent for Not Pulling Anti-Tariff Ad Immediately

Trump announced he will increase tariffs on Canada by 10% after ad by provincial government of Ontario misrepresented President Reagan’s speech on tariffs.

Trump Rolls Back Emissions Rules on Copper Smelters

President Trump issued a proclamation aimed at reversing a Biden-era environmental rule that enforced stricter air emission standards on copper smelters.

Donor Gives $130 Million to Cover Shortfall in Troop Pay During Shutdown

Trump announced on Oct. 23 that an anonymous donor sent $130M to cover military pay during the ongoing government shutdown.
spot_img

Related Articles

Popular Categories

MAGA Business Central