Kevin Miller

King, who is an independent, has faced intense criticism in Maine for joining seven Democrats in voting to reopen government.

As part of the deal, Republican leaders agreed to hold a Senate vote on whether to extend subsidies under the Affordable Care Act.

The two Democratic caucuses had been demanding an outright extension.

But King says the onus is now on Republicans.

King handily won re-election last year.

For NPR News, I'm Kevin Miller.

King, who is an independent, has faced intense criticism in Maine for joining seven Democrats in voting to reopen government.

As part of the deal, Republican leaders agreed to hold a Senate vote on whether to extend subsidies under the Affordable Care Act.

The two Democratic caucuses had been demanding an outright extension.

But King says the onus is now on Republicans.

King handily won re-election last year.

For NPR News, I'm Kevin Miller.