The Senate failed on Jan. 24 to pass either of two bills that were aimed at ending the partial government shutdown.
One bill included $5.7 billion for the construction of the border wall, which President Donald Trump demands be included to let the government reopen. The tally of 50 “yays” to 47 “nays” failed to clear the 60 votes necessary to overcome a filibuster. Republicans, who hold a 53-47 majority in the chamber, are unable to pass funding bills without the support of at least seven Democrats.
