Republicans plan new vote as government shutdown drags on

The U.S. government shutdown has entered its sixth day with no deal in sight. The Senate rejected a Democratic government funding bill in a 45–50 vote, falling short of the 60 votes needed to advance. No Republicans supported the measure. GOP leaders plan to force another vote on a funding bill that excludes Democratic priorities, which is also expected to fail. Lawmakers remain at an impasse as the Senate considers a procedural vote to extend government funding through November 21.