US Government Shutdown Averted with Senate Funding Proposal
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Politics
March 15, 2025 08:06
washington - The US Senate passed a funding proposal to prevent a government shutdown after heated debates. Democratic leader Schumer faced criticism for supporting the bill.
Senate Funding Proposal Prevents Government Shutdown
The US Senate approved a funding proposal to avoid a partial shutdown of government agencies. Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer voted for the proposal despite disagreements.
Key Points:
- Schumer believed a government shutdown would be worse than supporting the bill.
- Other Democrats, including nine senators, also voted in favor.
- Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi criticized Schumer's decision.
- President Trump congratulated Schumer on social media for his courage.
- The budget proposal now awaits Trump's signature.