A bipartisan group of senators is working to end the ongoing government shutdown by addressing key issues like health care and funding for essential departments. CNN reported that these senators are negotiating to reopen the government for a few weeks and aim to secure a long-term agreement to fund departments such as the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which is crucial for food stamp programs.

The shutdown has caused significant disruptions, affecting federal employees and essential services. A clean continuing resolution (CR) is supported by bipartisan majorities in Congress and over 300 organizations, urging immediate action to reopen the government. The CR would fund the government through November 21, allowing more time for appropriations and funding discussions.

The shutdown

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