Despite the impasse, some Republicans voiced concern over the shutdown’s growing impact on travel and government operations, urging action to reopen the department. Meanwhile, Democrats continue to back the Senate’s bipartisan bill, arguing it could pass immediately if brought to a vote in the House. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries emphasized that the Senate agreement remains the clearest path forward, but with both sides entrenched and no compromise in sight, the shutdown appears set to continue.
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