The government shutdown—the longest in U.S. history—reached its 40th day on Nov. 9, as the funding lapse has led to disruptions in flights nationwide, left federal workers without pay, and has threatened access to food assistance for millions of needy Americans as Congress vies for an end to the showdown.
The Senate stayed in Washington over the weekend in the hope of brokering a deal to end the standoff that has stretched into its sixth week.
However, lawmakers made little progress. Republicans are hoping to hold votes on a new package of bills that aim to fund the government through January while also granting full-year funding for several portions of the government. It’s unclear if there will be enough support from Democrats for these efforts to succeed….