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US Senate Democrats debate path forward on government funding bill


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Published in Politics and Government on Wednesday, March 12th 2025 at 19:00 GMT by Reuters   Print publication without navigation

  • U.S. Senate Democrats were wrestling on Wednesday with how to respond to a stopgap funding bill passed by the Republican-controlled House of Representatives, choosing between voting for a bill many of them oppose or allowing a government shutdown.

U.S. Senate Democrats are currently deliberating on the strategy for passing a government funding bill to avert a potential government shutdown as the deadline approaches. The discussions are centered around whether to proceed with a straightforward continuing resolution (CR) to extend current funding levels or to incorporate additional elements like emergency aid for Ukraine and disaster relief. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has expressed openness to a "clean" CR but has also highlighted the importance of addressing urgent needs such as support for Ukraine and disaster-stricken areas. However, there is internal debate among Democrats, with some advocating for a simple extension to avoid complications, while others push for a more comprehensive bill that addresses these critical issues. The urgency of the situation is compounded by the need to reconcile differences with the House of Representatives, where Republican leaders are also grappling with their approach to government funding.

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