[U.S. Senate Continues Government 'Shutdown' Negotiations] On November 8 local time, the U.S. Senate did not adjourn as scheduled and continued negotiations to end the government 'shutdown.' Most bipartisan lawmakers remained in Washington. If an agreement is reached, senators will be notified 24 hours in advance to review the bill text before voting and are advised to keep their schedules flexible to return for voting at any time. Senate Republican Leader John Thune stated that efforts are being made to reach an agreement with Democratic senators to pass a 'comprehensive appropriations bill' that includes three full-year appropriations bills. The draft is nearing completion, and both sides have engaged in active dialogue over the past 24 hours. He expressed optimism about the progress of the negotiations.