Source: Fox News
Summary
Senate Republicans accuse Senate Democrats of trying to dismantle the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) piece by piece after blocking a bid to reopen the agency. The stalemate continues, with Democrats demanding reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Republicans refusing to meet their demands. Senate Democrats have offered individual bills to fund parts of DHS, but Republicans have blocked them. The shutdown has entered its 27th day, with no compromise in sight.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Senate Republicans and Democrats engage in a familiar ritual of blame and counter-blame. Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso accuses Democrats of trying to “rip apart” DHS, while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer says Republicans are holding Americans “hostage.” The exchange is a well-rehearsed dance, with each side playing its assigned role. The shutdown continues, with no end in sight. The performance is familiar, the outcome predictable.
Author: Evan Null
