NYT Summary – Schumer Will Clear the Way for G.O.P. Spending Bill, Breaking With His Party
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Key Facts
- Senator Chuck Schumer decided to support a Republican bill to avoid a government shutdown, despite opposition from many Democrats.
- The Republican bill would fund the government through September 30, avoiding a shutdown that could give President Trump more power.
- Senate Republicans need support from at least eight Democrats to bypass a filibuster; Schumer is one of the few Democrats supporting the bill.
Article Summary
Senator Chuck Schumer of New York broke ranks with his party by supporting a Republican bill aimed at preventing a government shutdown. The decision, announced just before a midnight Friday deadline, surprised many Democrats who opposed the bill in protest against President Trump. Schumer argued that blocking the bill could empower Trump and Elon Musk to defund federal programs. The bill proposes to keep government funding until September 30 and requires the backing of at least eight Democrats to overcome a filibuster, with Schumer and Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania among the few in support. Many Democrats view this bill as their sole leverage against the Trump administration’s policies, putting them in a difficult position.
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