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Source: Fox News
Summary
Senate Republicans are scrambling to avoid a third government shutdown under President Donald Trump. After negotiations seemed to hit a brick wall, lawmakers are cautiously optimistic that a deal could be made. Senate Democrats submitted a proposal to rein in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), including requiring ICE agents to get judicial warrants and de-mask, which is a bridge too far for Republicans. The clock is ticking for Republicans to respond, and lawmakers are set to leave Washington, D.C. for a weeklong recess this Thursday.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
The Senate is trying to avoid a shutdown, and Democrats are pushing for ICE reforms. Republicans are considering another short-term extension to avert a partial shutdown, but it’s unclear if Democrats will sign off. The White House is working with both parties to ensure the American people don’t have to endure another shutdown.
Lawmakers are set to leave Washington, D.C. for a weeklong recess this Thursday, and many are headed overseas to the Munich Security Conference. Senate Majority Leader John Thune warned that it’s possible he would cancel the upcoming recess if there is little progress toward avoiding a DHS shutdown.
The ball is in the GOP’s court, and Senate Democrats are waiting for their counterparts to act. Republicans are mulling another short-term extension to avert a partial shutdown, but it’s unclear if Democrats will sign off. The White House is working with both parties to ensure the American people don’t have to endure another shutdown.
The original observation is that in the midst of negotiations, lawmakers are already planning their recess, a familiar routine that often precedes a shutdown.
Author: Evan Null
