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On international matters, Secretary of State officials are working to secure Hamas's acceptance of a peace plan proposed by Envoy Wickoff. The plan, praised globally, aims to end hostilities in Gaza, although the details suggest ongoing diplomatic engagement rather than definitive breakthroughs.
The Ongoing Government Shutdown and Political Maneuvering
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise provided insights into the continuing government shutdown. He described the Senate's passing of a “clean CR” that would extend government funding until November 21, 2025, allowing more time for Negotiations on budget differences.