The Senate passed a stand-alone bill Friday that would allow the District to continue with its 2025 budget without interruption after House Republican lawmakers had passed a spending bill that effectively canceled it — a stunning turnaround after D.

Key Takeaways The Senate voted Friday to advance a measure funding the federal government through September, cutting off the threat of a shutdown.Though in the minority, Senate Democrats could have blocked the budget using the Senate's filibuster rule,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate finds itself on Friday in a familiar position, working to avoid a partial government shutdown with just hours to spare as Democrats confront two painful options: allowing passage of a bill they believe gives President Donald Trump vast discretion on spending decisions or voting no and letting a funding lapse ensue.