Do you support the Senate deal to end the government shutdown?
Senate Advances Bipartisan Deal to End Historic Government Shutdown
The U.S. government shutdown, which began on October 1, 2025, has now become the longest in American history—spanning more than 40 days. While the Senate has just passed a bipartisan funding deal to reopen the government through January 30, 2026, the House of Representatives has yet to approve it. This prolonged shutdown has disrupted vital services, furloughed hundreds of thousands of federal workers, and stalled food assistance, healthcare, and economic programs. The Senate deal, which passed with a 60–40 vote, marks the first major sign of progress in weeks, but still faces uncertainty in the House. Public opinion is mixed: some see the agreement as a necessary compromise, while others argue it doesn't go far enough to address the underlying budget disputes. If passed, the bill would allow government operations to resume, at least temporarily. Until then, the shutdown remains in effect.
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- Yes, it's a necessary compromise
- No, it doesn't fix the real problems
- Unsure / Need more details