Senate Again Fails to Advance Party Funding Bills as Shutdown Persists
Sixty votes are required to proceed under Senate rules, leaving both measures short.
Overview
- A Republican stopgap previously passed by the House drew 52 votes in the Senate with 42 opposed, falling below the 60-vote threshold.
- A Democratic proposal received 45 votes with 50 opposed, so it also failed to advance according to C‑SPAN roll calls.
- Federal funding lapsed on October 1, resulting in a partial shutdown that continues into a sixth day.
- Lawmakers remain split over spending priorities, including healthcare, which has stalled a bipartisan agreement.
- The White House says President Trump is confident in the Republican position as Senate leaders consider further options.