#government-shutdown

#government-shutdown

Harris shares insights on government shutdown dynamics and highlights the Democrats' lost opportunity to leverage negotiations against Republican strategies.

Sometimes, you have to choose the lesser of two evils, and in Congress, you should do what's best for the country. Without a doubt, avoiding a shutdown is best for the country.

The spending bill, drafted exclusively by Republicans in Congress, does not include many of the usual line-item details directing agencies precisely where to put their money. This gives the Trump administration leeway in directing where the money goes.

Shutdown watch: Democrats in the Senate declined to support the GOP's continuing resolution, showing they have some leeway to make demands despite their minority status.

Staff members at the San Francisco Department of Education's civil rights office faced chaos as two-thirds were laid off amidst an upheaval.

House Democrats will not provide a single vote to this reckless Republican budget, said House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries.