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10 Democrats join with Republicans to advance House-passed government spending bill


Published on 2025-03-14 18:20:37 - CNN
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  • Senate Democrats joined Republicans Friday on a key procedural vote to advance a bill that would ultimately avert a government shutdown at midnight, despite intensifying pressure from across the Democratic Party to block the GOP's funding measure.

The article from MSN discusses a bipartisan effort in the U.S. Congress where Democrats joined Republicans to advance a government spending bill that had previously passed in the House. This bill, aimed at averting a government shutdown, includes funding for various federal agencies and programs. The cooperation was critical as it came at a time when budget negotiations were fraught with contention over spending levels, policy riders, and emergency aid, particularly for Ukraine and disaster relief. The Senate's move to consider the House-passed bill reflects a pragmatic approach to governance, showcasing the necessity of compromise in a divided government. This development highlights the ongoing challenges in budget negotiations but also the potential for cross-party collaboration when the stakes are high.

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