Catenaa, Monday, November 10, 2025-A new 31-page proposal to reopen the US government is gaining traction in the Senate, signaling possible progress toward ending the record 40-day shutdown that has disrupted federal services and paralyzed major sectors.
The measure, introduced Sunday evening, would fund the government through Jan. 30, extend full-year funding for several agencies, and restrict President Donald Trump’s ability to dismiss federal workers for a limited period.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said discussions are “coming together,” though Democratic backing remains uncertain.
Moderate Democrats are reportedly open to advancing the bill, even as some lawmakers on the left denounced it for failing to guarantee an immediate healthcare vote.
Senator Bernie Sanders called the compromise a “mistake,” while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries vowed to continue opposing the proposal.
Meanwhile, the shutdown’s fallout is worsening.
The Federal Aviation Administration reduced flight capacity by 10% at 40 major airports, grounding more than 2,000 flights Sunday. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned air traffic could “slow to a trickle” if the impasse extends into the Thanksgiving season.
The Trump administration also ordered states to halt full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits following a Supreme Court ruling that allowed the government to withhold $4 billion in aid. Millions of Americans have turned to food pantries as the shutdown grinds on.
The Senate is expected to hold a test vote this week as negotiations continue on Capitol Hill.
