Trump hails ‘very good’ deal as 40-day government shutdown nears end

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump on Monday, November 10, praised what he called a “very good” compromise deal to end the nation’s longest-ever government shutdown, after several Democratic senators broke ranks to join Republicans in supporting the agreement.

The breakthrough comes as the 40-day shutdown — which disrupted federal services, halted pay for government workers, and affected industries such as air travel — appears to be nearing its end.

Donald Trump praises ‘very good’ deal as shutdown nears end

Speaking to reporters at the White House, President Trump said the bipartisan agreement marked significant progress toward reopening the government. When asked by CNN’s Kaitlan Collins whether he personally approved the deal, Trump replied, “If it’s the deal I’ve heard about... I would say so... We have support from enough Democrats, and we’re going to be opening up our country.”

Earlier, the president signaled optimism as negotiations advanced, saying, “It looks like we’re getting close to the shutdown ending.” A video clip of Trump’s remarks later circulated online.

The deal, reached late Sunday, would fund the government through January and resolve disputes over healthcare subsidies, food benefits, and the firing of federal employees.

Senate advances funding measure to end record shutdown

The Senate took a major step toward ending the shutdown when lawmakers voted 60–40 to allow debate on a motion to resume funding for federal agencies. The procedural vote set a 30-hour limit on further discussion before a final vote, which will require only a simple majority to pass.

The measure must still be approved by the Republican-controlled House of Representatives before reaching the president’s desk, a step expected to take several days as lawmakers reconcile final language and possible amendments.

Tim Kaine joins Republicans to protect federal workers

Democratic Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia was among eight Democrats who voted with Republicans, emphasizing the need to protect the federal workforce. “I need a moratorium on the punishing of the federal workforce,” Kaine said, noting Virginia’s large population of federal employees and the local economic toll caused by the shutdown.

He said the bill would protect workers from baseless firings, reinstate those wrongfully terminated during the shutdown, and ensure federal employees receive back pay.

Chuck Schumer criticizes Republicans over policy record

Divisions persisted among Democrats. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer voted against the measure, criticizing Republicans for what he described as a pattern of harmful policy choices. “Republicans have spent the past 10 months dismantling the healthcare system, skyrocketing costs, and making every day harder for American families,” Schumer said.