Delaware's Democratic senators voted against a bipartisan Senate deal to reopen the federal government.
The bill passed 60-40 late Sunday night. If it's approved it would then need to pass the House and gain President Donald Trump's signature to become law and reopen the government.
The agreement would fund the government through Jan. 31, restore federal workers fired during the 40-day shutdown, guarantee back pay, and ensure funding for SNAP benefits through September 2026. It also includes a pledge from Senate Majority Leader John Thune to hold a vote in December on extending Affordable Care Act premium tax credits — a key Democratic priority.
Despite that commitment, Delaware's Senators voted no - citing the bill’s failure to immediately extend the health care subsidies.
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