United States President Donald Trump on Sunday indicated that the government shutdown could be nearing an end. He emphasised that any deal will not include funding for prisoners or undocumented immigrants entering the country. His remark came amid the reports that a group of at least eight Senate Democratic centrists have reached a deal with Senate GOP leaders and the White House to reopen the government in exchange for a future vote on extending enhanced Affordable Care subsidies.

US Government shutdown nears end

Speaking to reporters, Trump said that he believes Democrats understand the current position and hinted that a resolution could be announced very soon. The shutdown has lasted over 40 days now. “Looks like we’re getting very close to (ending) the shutdown. We’ll never agree to

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