[U.S. Senate Fails to Pass Bipartisan Funding Bills, Government Shutdown Continues] On October 6, the U.S. Senate voted on funding bills proposed by both the Democratic and Republican parties, aimed at ending the government shutdown. The Democratic bill failed to pass with 45 votes in favor and 50 against. Subsequently, the Senate voted on the Republican party's temporary funding bill, which also failed to meet the threshold for approval. Both party bills were rejected, meaning the U.S. government shutdown will persist.