Image Credit: Anadolu via Getty Images A handful of Democrats and one Independent reached a key, tentative deal with Republicans to potentially end the historic government shutdown. As lawmakers face mounting pressure from airlines, Americans are hopeful that the agreement will end the pause and finally reopen the government. As multiple figures from the left speak out against their colleagues for temporarily siding with the GOP, many are curious who the eight politicians are. Below, find out which Democrats reached an agreement with the GOP to potentially end the government shutdown.