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The U.S. shutdown hit 22 days, the second-longest ever, as Congress remains deadlocked. Democrats want to extend ACA tax credits, while Republicans refuse talks until the government reopens and Trump enters negotiations.
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00:00It's Benzinga, bringing Wall Street to Main Street.
00:02U.S. government shutdown reached its 22nd day on Wednesday, marking the second longest
00:06funding lapse in history, with no resolution in sight, according to CNBC.
00:11Too long as shutdowns will occur under President Donald Trump.
00:13Democrats are pushing to extend enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits set to expire
00:18this year to prevent health insurance premiums from rising in 2026.
00:22Republicans accused Democrats of holding the government hostage and said they will not
00:25discuss health care until the shutdown ends.
00:27The Senate voted 54 to 46 on Wednesday against the short-term funding measure for the 12th
00:32time, falling short of the 60 votes needed.
00:34Republican Senator John Thune said Democrats' demands are untenable and urged them to reopen
00:39the government before Trump joins negotiations to end the shutdown.
00:42For all things money, visit Benzinga.com.
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