The Senate finds itself in a familiar position, working to avoid a partial government shutdown with just hours to spare.

A generational divide, seen in newer lawmakers’ impatience with bipartisanship and for colleagues who don’t understand new media, has emerged as one of the deepest rifts within the party.

The Senate approached a key test vote Friday afternoon as lawmakers worked to avoid a partial government shutdown, with Democrats confronting two painful options: allowing passage of a bill they believe gives President Donald Trump vast discretion on spending decisions or voting no and letting a funding lapse ensue.