The Senate began its recess after approving a government funding package and confirming a nominee named Blanche, while leaving several other priorities unresolved. The break delays action on issues including a budget proposal and legislation connected to former President Trump’s “Save America” political operation.

The article’s text was not available, so further details such as vote totals, dates and the precise outstanding measures could not be verified. The headline indicates that preventing a government shutdown and completing the confirmation were the chamber’s main achievements before adjournment.