Did the government end the filibuster:

The filibuster was not entirely ended by the government, but its use was notably bypassed in a recent Senate vote. On November 9, 2025, the Senate advanced a deal to end the ongoing government shutdown by voting 60-40 to break the filibuster. This allowed the Senate to proceed with a bipartisan spending package without the usual hurdles typically associated with a filibuster.

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A group of eight Democratic senators joined all but one Republican to support breaking the filibuster, which was necessary to move forward with a spending bill designed to fund the government through January 30, 2026.
The agreement generated significant backlash among many Democrats, particularly those who were concerned that the plan did not adequately address pressing healthcare issues linked to the Affordable Care Act.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and several progressives criticized the vote, labeling it a betrayal that could lead to increased healthcare costs for millions of Americans.
This recent legislative maneuver reflects ongoing tensions regarding government funding and the use of the filibuster in the Senate.