Welcome to the Eyes on Washington: Shutdown Briefing.
During the federal government shutdown, we will be sharing concise,
client-focused updates to help you stay informed on key
developments, legislative dynamics and potential impacts to your
operations and federal engagement.
Breaking News
This shutdown is now the second-longest funding lapse in U.S.
history.
On October 21, U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.)
told CNN that "there's no Plan B" for ending the
government shutdown.
Status Update
Today marks Day 21 of the federal government shutdown.
Negotiations on reopening the government remain stalled.
Congressional Activity
The Senate was expected to vote for the 12th time on the
Republican-backed "clean CR" October 21 at 5:30 p.m. Due
to the length of the shutdown, the once seven-week continuing
resolution (CR) is now previous a four-week CR.
