Donald Trump may have a Republican congress, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t face the threat of a government shutdown. Just in case, the administration seems to be quietly prepping for the event.
While the idea of a government shutdown seems unlikely in a time of unified government, it isn’t out of the question. Blame Senate Democrats. While Republicans hold a majority in the chamber, they don’t have the votes to overcome a minority filibuster. They need Democrat support for any bill they pass, but they aren’t likely to get it.
This session’s Senate Democrats have proven themselves to be the least cooperative batch in modern history. Votes that have historically been bipartisan in nature — such as Supreme Court and cabinet confirmations — have suddenly become contentious showdowns. Democrats are simply refusing to vote with Donald Trump on anything.
Now, their obstructionism is threatening to shut down the American government.
Read about the steps the Trump administration is taking to prepare for such a showdown on the next page:
Typical Liberal Mental condition it’s time to change the rules shut down the government no pay until the government is up and running!
Do they forget–this is about us American people, not about them.
If it is shutdown Robby, the blame will go to the liberal progressive marxist democrats!
My oh my Robby, seems you forget
Congress can waive anything
Robby… and yet somehow despite a neer super majority last time the government shut down it was the GOP fault… so… which way is it? The people who could pass a bill with a simple majority or the party of NO.
Time Americans replace them all. These politicians are suppose to represent Americans not their own agenda. Will not support Trump then remove them from their positions. No longer respect our corrupt government. Bye Peter Pan.
Amanda, last time was in 2013. GOP had the House and the Democrats had 53 seats in the Senate. Nowhere near a supermajority. Try again.
Carla, I believe that plenty of fools will blame Democrats for the government shutdown. The same fools will blame Democrats for ice cream headaches and rain delays in baseball, so I’m not losing sleep over them.
He puts people out of work in Florida. Each time he goes there. This won’t bother him any.