India, Nov. 8 -- As the weeks-long US government shutdown continues to disrupt the lives of Americans, the Democrats have finally come up with an offer to reopen the federal government.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Friday that Democrats would vote to end the government shutdown in exchange for a one-year extension of expiring Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, news agency AP reported.

The ACA tax credits are a key part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare.

"All Republicans have to do is say yes," Schumer said.

Schumer's offer comes as lawmakers in both parties were feeling increased urgency to alleviate the growing crisis at airports, pay government workers and restore delayed food aid to millions...