Shutdown fears rise as Trump, Democrats gird for September showdown
Summary
Senators from both parties say a government shutdown in September is more likely after President Donald Trump demanded that Republican leaders get rid of the filibuster rule. He warned there could be a spending fight and shutdown if the filibuster is not abolished.Key Facts
- President Trump called on GOP leaders to end the filibuster rule.
- The filibuster is a Senate rule that allows a minority to block legislation.
- Trump said failure to remove the filibuster could lead to a government shutdown.
- Senators from both parties agree the risk of a shutdown in September is increasing.
- The dispute centers around passing government spending bills to keep the government running.
- GOP leaders were caught off guard by President Trump's demand.
- A government shutdown would stop many government services and operations.
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