WASHINGTON, Nov 10 — After 40 days of political gridlock, there may finally be light at the end of the tunnel for the U.S. government shutdown.
President Donald Trump told reporters on Sunday that a bipartisan deal is “getting very close,” raising hopes for a temporary resolution that could reopen federal agencies.
The proposed plan would extend government funding through January while allowing a Senate vote on renewing healthcare subsidies. However, disputes remain over Democratic priorities, including healthcare tax credits and Medicaid protections.
Observers note that both parties face mounting pressure, as federal workers continue to go unpaid. Still, the deal’s success depends on the support of at least eight Democrats to clear the Senate’s procedural hurdle.
While the timeline for a vote is still uncertain, analysts say this could mark the first significant step toward ending one of the longest shutdowns in U.S. history.