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In a break from past presidents, Trump spends time away from D.C. during shutdown

Summary

President Donald Trump has spent two weeks away from Washington, D.C., during a government shutdown. This is different from how past presidents usually acted in similar situations.

Key Facts

  • President Trump is away from Washington while the government is shut down.
  • The government shutdown is now in its second month.
  • Past presidents, including Trump previously, typically stayed in Washington during shutdowns.
  • This situation marks a change in how the current president is handling shutdown politics.
  • The decision contrasts with traditional methods used by presidents during shutdowns.

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