Senate passes stopgap to avert pre-election shutdown

11 verified updates • corroborated by 4 independent sources • tracked since August 8, 2026

Part of ongoing coverage: Congress · Elections

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04:00 AM 1 source: The New York Times
Senate Passes Stopgap Bill to Avert Shutdown, Avoiding Skirmish Before Midterms
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10:30 AM 1 source: The Hill
Senate passes stopgap funding bill to prevent shutdown ahead of midterms
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11:00 AM 1 source: The New York Times
Senate Passes Stopgap Bill to Avert Shutdown, Avoiding Skirmish Before Midterms
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12:00 PM 1 source: The Hill
Senate embarks on recess after funding government and confirming Blanche, punting other priorities
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12:30 PM 1 source: The New York Times
Senate Passes Stopgap Bill to Avert Shutdown, Avoiding Skirmish Before Midterms
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02:00 PM 1 source: The Hill
Senate passes stopgap funding bill to prevent shutdown ahead of midterms
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02:30 PM 1 source: The Hill
Live updates: Senate passes stopgap funding bill; Todd Blanche confirmed to lead DOJ
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03:00 PM 1 source: Axios
Senate passes stopgap to avert pre-election shutdown
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03:30 PM 1 source: The Hill
Live updates: Senate hits recess button; Iran signals Hormuz deal close but demands remain
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04:00 PM 1 source: thehill.com
Live updates: Senate passes stopgap funding bill; Todd Blanche confirmed to lead DOJ
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04:30 PM 1 source: Axios
Senate passes stopgap to avert pre-election shutdown