After 40 days of the longest government shutdown in US history, the Senate has finally taken action. In a pivotal vote, eight Democrats crossed party lines to help advance a Republican-backed stopgap funding bill. The deal promises to keep parts of the government open until January 30, offering temporary relief to millions affected — from unpaid federal workers to families relying on food aid.<br /><br />But there's a catch — healthcare subsidies under the Affordable Care Act are still in limbo. Senate Democrats are divided, with leaders like Chuck Schumer and Bernie Sanders slamming the compromise as a mistake. So, is this the breakthrough that ends the shutdown… or just more political drama?<br /><br />Watch the full story in under 60 seconds to find out what’s really happening behind closed doors in Washington DC.<br />WooGlobe Ref : WGA405967<br />For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com
