U.S. Government Shutdown in effect

[tassosss]

New York Times: Government Shuts Down as Bill to Extend Funding Is Blocked; Senators Continue to Seek Deal

• Senate Democrats on Friday night blocked passage of a monthlong stopgap spending bill, leaving less than two hours to find a path forward before much of the government was set to shut down.

• The roll call, which is still technically open, was 50 in favor and 48 against. Sixty votes are needed to end debate and move to a final vote. Five Democrats voted to end debate, while four Republicans voted with most of the Democrats to block the bill. See how the senators voted »

• After it became clear that the bill lacked the votes need to move forward, senators remained on the chamber’s floor, apparently discussing whether some compromise could be reached.

• Senator Lindsey Graham, Republican of South Carolina, was trying to rally support for a shorter three-week spending bill which could muster the 60 votes for passage. But because the bill would need to clear the House, at least a short shutdown appeared unavoidable.

We'll see if they get something passed by Monday. The weekend gives a little breathing room.

One more Republican senator needed to restore net neutrality

[rydra_wong]

Democrats are just one vote shy of restoring net neutrality

With handy links and scripts re: how to contact your senator.