NEW : The disconnect on background checks . Key ##note says agreement close on bipartisan proposal . Some GOP senators face a threatened filibuster by their opponents . Harry Reid still hopes for a compromise on a package of gun restrictions . The issue has been a major focus of President Obama 's second term .
NEW : Key ##note says agreement close on bipartisan proposal . Some GOP senators face a threatened filibuster by their opponents . Harry Reid still hopes for a compromise on a package of gun restrictions . The issue has been a major focus of President Obama 's second term .