News: Senate Republicans are looking at waiting until Tuesday to do the second vote on House-passed CR, per two people No final decision -- but would exert maximum pressure and also give a little more time (vs. Monday night) for a possible deal to shake loose

New w/ @nicholaswu12.bsky.social : If the White House thought its threat to fire federal workers during a government shutdown would spark a Democratic retreat, so far, it’s not happening. www.politico.com/news/2025/09...

NEW: With days to go until a shutdown, Thune and Schumer aren't talking They've theoretically both opened the door but the one-time gym buddies aren't close Biggest test could come post-Sept 30 (getting out of a shutdown or locking in a year-end deal) www.politico.com/news/2025/09...