WATCH LIVE: Senate convenes as mass flight cancellations due to shutdown disrupt travel

The Senate convened over the weekend to address the ongoing government shutdown, now in its 39th day, which has led to widespread flight cancellations, unpaid federal workers, and delayed SNAP benefits. The core of the legislative impasse centers on Democratic demands for an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits, which President Trump opposes. A group of moderate Democrats is proposing a resolution that would fund parts of the government and extend funding for others until December or January, with a promise of a future vote on healthcare. This approach aims to break the partisan deadlock, though it is unclear if enough Democrats would support it, and President Trump has indicated he would not compromise on extending the health benefits. Senate Republican leaders are considering a bipartisan package mirroring the moderate Democrats' proposal, which would differ from previous House-passed legislation rejected by Democrats. This could present Democrats with a dif... download the app to read more