WASHINGTON — Republican senators are trying to end the government shutdown by preparing a bipartisan package of spending bills that they hope will win new Democratic votes. It is unclear whether their plan will work.

What You Need To Know • Senate Republicans are trying to end the government shutdown by preparing a bipartisan package of spending bills that they hope will win new Democratic votes • It's unclear whether their plan will work • Democrats have voted 14 times not to reopen the government as they demand an extension of health care subsidies, which aren't expected to be part of the legislation • Many say they will continue to hold out until President Donald Trump and Republican leaders negotiate with them on an extension

Democrats have voted 14 times not to reopen the go

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