Senate funds government through December 11 and confirms Blanche before recess

Federal Government Funding·Latest event August 10, 2026

Aug 8

Senate funds government through December 11 and confirms Blanche before recess

The Senate voted 90-6 to approve a continuing resolution that extends federal operations through December 11. This measure prevents a government shutdown ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. The legislation specifically blocks a Trump rule that would have increased political oversight of federal grant approvals. The spending package omits emergency funding for the Iran war and voter identification requirements requested by Trump. Following the vote and the confirmation of Todd Blanche as attorney general, the Senate adjourned for a five-week recess. Other legislative priorities remain stalled until the chamber returns.

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Aug 8

Senate passes stopgap funding bill to prevent government shutdown

The Senate voted 90 to 6 to approve a continuing resolution that maintains federal operations through December 11. This bipartisan agreement prevents a shutdown just weeks before the midterm elections. Senate Democrats claimed they stood up for Americans during the budget negotiations. However, some critics argued that Majority Leader Schumer conceded to Republican demands after months of uncertainty. The legislation specifically excludes emergency funding for the Iran war and voter identification requirements requested by Trump. It also restricts the administration from transferring certain Border Patrol funds. While the Senate passed the measure with a wide margin, its path through the House remains uncertain.

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