The administration’s drastic cuts have already resulted in tens of thousands of layoffs and billions in frozen aid, impacting voters across the political spectrum. Public opinion polls reveal widespread concern, with majorities, including significant portions of independents and even Trump supporters, believing the cuts are excessive. This economic downturn, exacerbated by Trump’s policies, is eroding his approval ratings and could make him vulnerable to blame for a potential recession. A government shutdown would further damage the economy and likely solidify public perception of Trump’s culpability.
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s capitulation to Republicans on a government funding bill sparked outrage among Democrats. Even centrist Democrats are considering primary challenges against Schumer in 2028, with Representatives Ocasio-Cortez and Goldman mentioned as potential candidates. The bill, opposed by many Democrats and unions, is set for a vote Friday, potentially averting a government shutdown but at the cost of significant program cuts. This decision is viewed by some as a strategic failure, weakening the Democrats’ negotiating position and emboldening Republicans.
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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized fellow Democrats for considering a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the government, arguing it empowers Elon Musk and Donald Trump at the expense of crucial social programs. The CR, passed by the House with only one Republican dissenting vote, now faces a Senate vote before a Friday night deadline to avert a government shutdown. Several Democratic senators publicly opposed the CR, citing concerns about its implications for social programs and potential for misuse. Failure to pass the CR will result in a government shutdown.
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House Democrats are reportedly experiencing a significant internal crisis following Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s decision to support a Republican-backed stopgap government funding measure. The anger and frustration within the House Democratic caucus are described as a “complete meltdown,” with members expressing profound disappointment and betrayal.
This reaction stems from the stark contrast between the near-unanimous opposition to the measure within the House and Schumer’s apparent acquiescence in the Senate. House Democrats feel they have been sidelined and betrayed, with accusations of being forced to “walk the plank” after voting against the measure only to see it potentially pass the Senate with Democratic support.… Continue reading
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer faced widespread Democratic criticism for voting to avert a government shutdown, despite earlier threats to filibuster the Republican bill. The decision, perceived as a capitulation to President Trump and Elon Musk, prompted accusations of betrayal from both moderate and progressive Democrats. While Schumer argued a shutdown would empower Trump, others countered that the bill already allows for continued agency reductions. The resulting legislation funds the government until September but lacks provisions to protect against further spending cuts.
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced he will vote to advance a Republican-led government funding bill, averting a potential shutdown despite internal Democratic divisions. This decision follows intense pressure regarding the Trump administration’s dismantling of federal agencies. While acknowledging flaws in the bill, Schumer deemed a shutdown far more damaging, granting Trump and Musk unrestrained power. The bill, which funds the government through September 2025, passed the House but faces opposition from some Democrats who prefer a shorter-term stopgap measure. Despite this internal conflict, Schumer’s support is crucial given the Republicans’ narrow Senate majority.
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Despite a narrowly passed House spending bill, a government shutdown looms as Senate Democrats, led by Senator Schumer, refuse to allow the bill to proceed. Public opinion polls indicate that Republicans would bear the brunt of the blame for a shutdown, despite Democratic obstruction. The bill’s passage requires 60 Senate votes, a threshold Republicans are unlikely to reach given existing opposition. This political impasse leaves a government shutdown increasingly likely.
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Senate Democrats unanimously oppose the House-passed government funding bill due to its partisan creation without Democratic input. Senate Democrats are pushing for a one-month extension to allow for bipartisan negotiations, but Republicans favor the House’s six-month proposal. A government shutdown is imminent without a resolution by Friday night, leaving senators weighing the undesirable consequences of both a shutdown and accepting the Republican bill. The situation highlights deep partisan divisions and uncertainty regarding the outcome. Republicans, controlling both the House and Senate, are banking on Democrats averting a shutdown by accepting the bill despite objections.
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The House passed a partisan budget disguised as a continuing resolution, achieving Republican goals while significantly diminishing Congress’s power. This bill cuts non-defense spending, zeroes out funding for crucial social programs, and increases military spending and presidential leeway over funds. Several Senate Democrats are considering supporting it despite its flaws, prioritizing avoidance of a government shutdown over upholding Congress’s constitutional role. This decision risks enabling a de facto government shutdown orchestrated by the executive branch, bypassing Congress’s authority over federal spending. The potential for a Trump administration to unilaterally cut funding makes this a critical moment for Senate Democrats.
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House Democrats are firmly instructing their members to vote against the Republican plan designed to prevent a government shutdown. This unified stance, while potentially opening Democrats to accusations of contributing to a government standstill, reflects a calculated strategy.
The current situation highlights the inherent challenges of divided government. The Republicans, holding a slim majority in the House, are struggling to secure enough votes for their own proposal. Blaming the Democrats, who lack the power to unilaterally pass legislation, seems a strategically convenient, if not disingenuous, maneuver. This is particularly frustrating given the Republicans’ control of both the House and the White House.… Continue reading
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