Source: Fox News
Summary
Senate Majority Leader John Thune accused Senate Democrats of blocking Homeland Security funding without excuses, as Republicans and the White House offer repeated concessions. The Department of Homeland Security entered its 36th day of shutdown amidst airport chaos and terrorism concerns. Democrats responded to the White House’s latest offer, leading to two face-to-face meetings with Senate Republicans and Trump administration officials. The latest meeting saw Republicans offer a compromise DHS funding bill, which Thune characterized as filled with reforms requested by Democrats. Despite this, Democrats continue to block funding.
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Once again, the discussion returns to a familiar question.
Senate Democrats block funding for the Department of Homeland Security, while Republicans offer concessions. The White House and Senate Republicans meet with Democrats, who continue to block funding. Airport lines grow, federal workers go without pay, and concerns about increased threats in the U.S. arise. Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Republicans express frustration with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Democrats’ unwillingness to negotiate. President Donald Trump threatens to deploy ICE agents to U.S. airports if Democrats do not accept a deal. The shutdown enters its 36th day, with no resolution in sight.
Author: Evan Null
