US Senators optimistic about reaching bipartisan deal to end the government shutdown, but caution is needed on resolving the impasse. Senate Majority Leader John Thune proposes combining short-term and annual appropriations bills to reopen the government, giving Democrats a vote on Affordable Care Act subsidies extension and spending bill plans.
Source: https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/lawmakers-see-hope-for-ending-shutdown-as-record-nears-863df59d