Washington: A Democratic initiative aimed at ending the ongoing partial U.S. government shutdown struggled to gain sufficient support in the Senate on Thursday, prolonging uncertainty over federal operations and the livelihoods of thousands of government employees. The funding bill, intended to restore normal government functions, fell short of the votes required for passage, leaving legislators scrambling for alternatives as voting continued into the evening.

The shutdown, which has already disrupted federal services nationwide, has created widespread concern among citizens and businesses reliant on government operations. Key areas affected include national parks, transportation oversight, and various administrative services, amplifying public frustration and prompting calls for urgent

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