The United States Senate has voted in favor of the US budget bill aimed at the immediate resumption of federal government operations.
This decision became possible by breaking the party blockade, as a group of Democrats joined forces with Republicans to advance the document.
Voting Results: Minimal Margin for Victory
The Senate vote passed with a minimal number of votes – 60 “yes” against 40 “no.” Such a narrow victory highlights the deep political divisions in the US Congress regarding the 2019 US shutdown and funding for key programs, including border security.
Democrats, who had previously blocked similar initiatives, supported Republicans this time, marking a breakthrough in negotiations over the federal government resumption bill.
- US shutdown: Causes and economic consequences.
- Role of Donald Trump in approving the budget.
- Party agreement: How Democrats and Republicans overcame differences.
Next Steps: From House of Representatives to Presidential Signature
While this is a crucial step toward ending the US shutdown, the path to full resumption remains long.
The US budget bill now must be approved by the House of Representatives, where Democrats hold the majority, and then signed by President Donald Trump.
Experts predict the entire process could take from a few days to a week, depending on further negotiations.
During this period, millions of federal employees remain without pay, and government services are limited.
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