Senators from both parties have expressed new hope about ending the shutdown, with each side believing the other may be softening their stance.
Hopefully the fever is starting to break
According to Steve Daines, R-Mont., there are "some cracks developing" among Democrats, while Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., says the same is being heard about the Republican position.
As the shutdown enters its fifth week, both parties are taking the latest developments with optimism.
Author's summary: Senators see hope for ending the shutdown.