Analysis: Democratic unity fractures, paving the way for the government to reopen

A Senate deal has been reached to end the longest government shutdown in history, with moderate Democrats dropping their demand for guaranteed Obamacare subsidies. The agreement allows for a Senate vote on the issue in December, but it does not guarantee an extension. The deal funds the government until January 30, guarantees pay for furloughed federal workers, and funds food stamps through 2026. However, the compromise has sparked protests from progressives who accuse moderate Democrats of backing down and handing President Trump a victory. The shutdown, which was caused by the expiration of enhanced subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans, has influenced judgments on Trump's presidency and the Republican majorities in Congress, and will help define the trajectory of the Democratic Party's comeback bid ahead of next year's midterm elections.