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Confirming his vote against the deal on Sunday, Schumer said: "For months and months Democrats have been fighting to get the Senate to address the health care crisis. This bill does nothing to ensure that that crisis is addressed." But not all members of the Senate Democratic Caucus felt the same. The eight that strayed from their core group first secured a commitment from Senate Majority Leader John Thune for a December floor vote that would address extending Obamacare tax credits. They also secured word that the White House would reverse the firings of thousands of federal workers, plus guarantee them back pay. Despite this initial step forward, there is a way to go before the government can reopen. Other lawmakers will have the opportunity to amend the continuing resolution and spending package. This will be followed by further votes in the Senate. Only after it has been passed by the Senate will the legislation move to the House of Representatives, where it will face another vote.
