The Senate has extended the government shutdown for a third week, voting against a continuing resolution as deadlock persists. Hundreds of thousands of federal workers face furloughs and potential firings, with the economic toll mounting across various sectors. Both parties share blame for the ongoing impasse, with no clear resolution in sight.
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