Senate stalemate sends US shutdown into second week

US Senate stalemate pushes government shutdown into second week Amid a government shutdown extension, Senate Majority Leader Thune and House Speaker Johnson continue to accuse Democrats of the impasse. The White House warns of potential mass layoffs if the stalemate persists, emphasizing the need for fiscal prudence. With no resolution in sight, both parties remain deadlocked on healthcare, as senators struggle to reach a consensus on spending proposals to reopen the government.