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There has been some negotiations between the two parties on saving the nation from a governmental shutdown and as the deadline draws near it is not looking too promising for a deal.
Democratic congressional leaders left the White House on Monday without a deal to avert a government shutdown, which otherwise would take effect at 12:01am Wednesday. Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer said “large differences” remain between the parties on health care funding, the New York Times reports, and Vice President JD Vance said, “I think we’re headed into a shutdown because the Democrats won’t do the right thing.” The Democrats said the private meeting, which included President Trump, was candid but didn’t make any progress toward a breakthrough.
One door was left slightly open, per Politico. Trump administration officials seemed amenable to bipartisan talks on extending health insurance subsidies that are about to expire, which Democrats want to avoid. “Let’s work on it together,” Vance said. But the GOP side said the negotiations could only take place if government remains open. “We’re seeing people not being able to get the health care they need, and the American people are crying out for some help,” Schumer said. Republicans have not made any concessions on the issue, per the Times. The White House Office of Management and Budget has advised federal agencies to prepare for potential workforce reductions if the shutdown occurs.
Let’s say the shutdown happens….who will be the winner?
This silly game does nothing for this country other than a diversion from the manure spread by both parties on a wide array of subjects.
They have until 12:01 am tomorrow to come up with a solution….who knows they may just do it for it seems they relish the idea of a last minute deal because it plays so well in the media.
This dance has become pathetic, disgusting and unnecessary….there are more important issues that deserve this much attention…..but when you have spineless political hacks in Congress this saga is the best we can expect.
What will the news be tomorrow when we all arise for our morning cup?
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If the budget is approved, doesn’t it include some of Trump’s crazy stuff? I kinda’ thought that was the point of the Democrats not wanting to approve it in its current form. Of course there will be those who will be hurt if the government shuts down, but from a Big Picture POV, maybe it’s the lesser of two evils?
That is the story….damned if they do and damned if they don’t. chuq
The democrats will either cave or hold out and if they hold out the republicans will dispose of the filibuster and shut the democrats completely out of voting on anything at all ever from now on and we will immediately become the one party system the right has always dreamed about which will immediately rubber stamp everything Trump wants to do…and the scrotus will back them up 100% —and then we will be up shit creek without a paddle for sure.
Like I replied to Nan….damned if they do and damned if they don’t. chuq
Democrats need to play a different game where the Christian nationalist spin out of the Republicans is on full display. Take stuff away from people who need it when the GOP controls all branches of government, see how quickly they dump their support. Squid Games m’fers!!
Dems do need a new game plan their old one sucks. chuq
The BBC is reporting that the shutdown has happened, but I have only seen the website so far, not the TV broadcasts.
Best wishes, Pete.
It has happened and the4 blame game has begun. chuq