Democrats block government funding bill for 12th time after marathon floor protest

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US Senate blocks government funding bill for 12th time

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Democrats block government funding bill for 12th time after marathon floor protest

Senate Democrats voted for a 12th time on Wednesday to block a House-passed bill to end the shutdown and keep the government funded through Nov. 21.