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Republicans and Democrats are debating another temporary funding extension to avoid a government shutdown.

Some Republicans believe a longer extension into January is necessary, while Democrats insist the House must return to negotiate.

Disagreements over issues like healthcare subsidies are complicating the appropriations process and holding up a funding agreement.

The temporary seven-week funding patch Republicans passed in October to help finish appropriations bills has quickly become a four-week patch.

The House-passed continuing resolution , or CR, would fund the government until Nov. 21. At least five more Senate Democrats would need to vote for the bill, and soon, or lawmakers must restart the process.

Whether the next CR gets pushed back a few weeks

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