Schumer defends vote to avert shutdown and his position as Senate Democratic leader
(WASHINGTON) -- Democratic Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer defended his choice to vote with the minority of his party... Read More.
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With help from Democrats, Senate advances bill to avert government shutdown
(WASHINGTON) -- Ten Senate Democrats provided the necessary votes to allow the House-approved government funding bill to advance on... Read More.
US stocks climb amid signs government may avert shutdown
(NEW YORK) -- U.S. stocks climbed in early trading on Thursday, advancing amid signs the federal government may avert... Read More.
After House votes to avert government shutdown, Senate Democrats face stark choice
(WASHINGTON) -- In dramatic fashion, House Republicans passed a bill to fund the government through the end of September... Read More.
