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Senate passes six-month funding bill hours before shutdown deadline

The Senate voted 54-46 to pass a stopgap spending bill, averting a government shutdown just hours before the deadline, as reported by the U.S. Senate.
The bill ensures troop pay and includes funding for a 10% pay raise for junior enlisted service members, according to Congressional sources.
Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer supported the bill to prevent a government shutdown, garnering backing from nine other Democrats to advance the measure.
Despite the passage, many Democrats expressed strong opposition to the continuing resolution, highlighting divisions within the party.

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