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Democrats are experiencing internal conflicts and infighting over recent shutdown deal and Senate races, with members criticizing each other and Republicans, but overall leadership remains stable despite internal frustrations. The intraparty disputes are influenced by primary dynamics, yet Democrats aim to unify on key issues like health care to strengthen their position.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer faces internal and external criticism over his handling of a bipartisan shutdown deal, with liberals demanding his resignation, but he remains focused on the 2026 midterms and potential to regain Senate majority, while maintaining his leadership position amid ongoing party debates.
The U.S. Senate passed a bill to end the government shutdown, funding most agencies through January 30 and specific programs through September 2026, while also increasing security funding and reversing mass layoffs of federal workers. The deal includes provisions for reimbursing states, security enhancements, and various appropriations for government departments, with additional details on earmarks, hemp product bans, and restrictions on Chinese technology purchases. The next step is a likely vote in the House of Representatives.
Sen. Rand Paul is blocking the Senate shutdown-ending bill over an amendment targeting Kentucky's hemp industry, demanding a vote to preserve the status quo, which could delay the bill's passage as Senate leaders race to end the 41-day government shutdown.
Senate Democrats faced backlash from their party for supporting a government shutdown deal that did not extend health care subsidies, causing internal disputes and becoming a contentious issue ahead of the 2026 elections.
The stock market rose today following a government shutdown deal, with major indexes gaining, while UnitedHealth dropped after Trump's comments on health insurers. Nvidia and Tesla stocks rallied, and the Senate passed a short-term funding bill, though the shutdown may delay key economic data releases.