10/2/23 - Government Continues to Operate

Monday, October 2, 2023 at 9:26 AM

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Lawmakers came up with a temporary measure to keep the government operating until November 17.

WASHINGTON — The Senate voted 88-9 to pass a short-term bill to keep the government open, averting a partial shutdown. President Biden then signed it into law late Saturday.

The legislation keeps the government funded at existing levels through Nov. 17 and authorizes additional disaster relief money, giving Congress more time to reach a full-year funding agreement.

The deal excludes aid to Ukraine. In an unusual move, senior Senate leaders from both parties, including minority leader Mitch McConnell, released a joint statement signaling their intention to "ensure the US government continues to provide" support to Ukraine in the coming weeks.

Meanwhile, Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz and others in the House, may consider removing House Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his leadership position. More conversations will take place in the days to come.

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