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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Democrats would end the government shutdown if Republicans agree to extend health care tax credits for a year. Follow live updates here.
Some of the most prominent liberals in Congress are seething at an emerging deal to end the 35-day funding stalemate without a clear win for their party, showcasing a massive splinter within the Democratic Party that will soon be on full display.
Senate Democrats are taking a moment after Tuesday night's resounding off-year wins before making any firm moves to reopen the government. Why it matters: Victory is emboldening the party's hardliners.
Different Democrats have had all sorts of different strategies throughout the shutdown. But Democrats now want to try to speak with one voice.
While less than 3% of flights have currently been grounded, that number could rise to 20% by Thanksgiving week, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
Tom Emmer accused Chuck Schumer of siding with the "pro-terrorist wing" of their party during the ongoing government shutdown.
Sen. Bernie Sanders criticized Democratic Party leadership for lack of support in key races as political tensions rise within the party following recent elections.
Democrats are celebrating a strong performance in the Nov. 4 election. In Seattle, the mayoral race remained tight, with more votes to be counted.