After six weeks of deadlock, the Senate moved closer to ending the 40 day shutdown as a handful of moderate Democrats joined Republicans late Sunday to advance a funding package. The 60-40 vote came without a guaranteed extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies, drawing sharp pushback from Democrats. Majority Leader John Thune urged swift passage, while potential objections and internal GOP disputes could still slow the process. The bill reverses mass firings of federal workers and ensures they are paid once the shutdown ends. The House awaits Senate action, and President Donald Trump said a resolution appears near.

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