The Senate on Wednesday evening is slated to vote on the House-passed funding bill to reopen the federal government for the 12th time.

Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) wrapped up a speech that stretched over 22 hours, as he held the floor overnight in protest of President Trump’s agenda.

Tonight’s vote is likely to fail — again. And Republican leaders are raising the issue of changing the filibuster's rules or whether they need to formulate a plan B as Democrats dig their heels in over health care subsidies.

At the White House, Trump is meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte this evening. Meanwhile, his demolition of the White House's East Wing for a $200 million ballroom is drawing increased scrutiny.

Later in the day, the trio of New York City mayoral candidates — Democratic nomine

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