Washington Today Senate Votes To End Government Shutdown
Nov 10, 2025
John Thune, the Senate Republican leader, discusses the bipartisan agreement to advance a continuing resolution to prevent a government shutdown. Chuck Schumer, the Senate Democratic leader, criticizes the deal, emphasizing health care concerns. Tim Kaine provides insights into the negotiations and the priorities for federal employees. Nick Daniels, President of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association, reveals how staffing shortages are affecting air travel, with thousands of flights delayed or canceled due to the shutdown's impact on controllers.
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Shutdown Ended Temporarily To Buy Time
- The Senate advanced a short-term funding deal to reopen government until January 30 and include three full-year appropriations for SNAP, WIC, and veterans programs.
- Leaders say reopening creates a path to address expiring health care tax credits by mid-December.
Schumer Blames Administration For Health Crisis
- Chuck Schumer framed the shutdown as inflicted harm by the White House and warned the deal fails to fix the health care premium crisis.
- He argued Republicans now 'own' the consequences if premiums spike and coverage erodes.
Return To Work To Restore Benefits
- Dick Durbin urged colleagues to accept the bipartisan agreement to restore pay and essential programs rather than prolong hardship.
- He called on Speaker Johnson to bring House members back to finish appropriations work.
