US government shutdown set to drag into next week after fourth failed Senate vote
• Oct 3, 2025, 1:17 PM
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The US government shutdown is expected to continue into next week after the Senate on Friday voted for a fourth time to reject spending cuts that will unleash layoffs.
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US government shutdown set to drag into next week after fourth failed Senate vote
• 1:17 PM
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The US government shutdown is expected to continue into next week after the Senate on Friday voted for a fourth time to reject spending cuts that will unleash layoffs.
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