Overview
- As the closure nears the 35‑day record, Senate votes to advance a short‑term GOP funding bill have stalled with no bipartisan agreement.
- At least eight moderate Senate Democrats have held private talks on a potential deal but say they need firm assurances from GOP leaders and likely the president before crossing over.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune has pledged Democrats would get a guaranteed vote on extending enhanced ACA premium subsidies once the government reopens.
- Two federal judges directed the administration to use SNAP contingency funds after benefits lapsed Nov. 1, with the White House response due Nov. 3 and questions unresolved about how long the funds would last.
- President Trump insists lawmakers must first reopen the government and has urged ending the Senate filibuster, while unpaid federal workers and airport staffing strains intensify pressure on both parties.