Senate Republicans hope that the package will be enough to entice enough Democrats to break the logjam in the upper chamber and inch Congress closer to ending the 40-day shutdown.
Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger calls for immediate end to government shutdown, saying Virginia voters want government reopened despite Democratic election success.
President Donald Trump's administration asks federal judge to approve Kilmar Abrego Garcia's deportation to Liberia, arguing legal hurdles are cleared.
Iran smuggled at least $1 billion to terrorist proxy Hezbollah despite heavy sanctions this year, according to U.S. Treasury Department officials.
Trump designates Nigeria as country of concern over Christian killings, with Rep. Riley Moore warning military action possible as U.S. considers sanctions.
Marine veteran Vice President JD Vance shares personal military stories and vows proper mission support at historic Marine Corps 250th birthday ball in Washington D.C.
A fragile coalition emerged, and Senate Democrats may break with the party to pass a spending bill, potentially ending the shutdown but scoring no healthcare wins.