Senate easily advances stopgap funding deal past first hurdle

3 verified updates • corroborated by 3 independent sources • tracked since August 03, 2026

Part of ongoing coverage: Congress

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12:30 PM 1 source: The Washington Post
Senate GOP rushes to pass budget bill, avoid shutdown ahead of midterms
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06:00 PM 1 source: NBC News
Senate leaders reach a deal to avert a shutdown before the 2026 elections
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07:30 PM 1 source: Politico
Senate easily advances stopgap funding deal past first hurdle