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Impact LevelMedium
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Scope LevelNational
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Last Update2025-11-10
Key Impacts
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Negative Impacts (2)
Event Overview
A faction of Democratic senators diverges from party lines, backing a Republican proposal aimed at resolving the government shutdown. This cross-party support highlights internal divisions and pressures within the Democratic Party, potentially influencing the resolution of the ongoing budget impasse.
Collect Records
Eight Democratic Senators Break Ranks to Support GOP Plan to End Shutdown
Eight senators have broken ranks with their party to support a GOP plan to end the government shutdown. The Senate convened at 11 a.m. to consider the motion to proceed with the House-passed continuing resolution, with votes expected but not yet scheduled.