A Senate Republican, Sen. Roger Marshall, suggested that House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries was upset about not being included in the Trump-Schumer deal for government funding, describing him as “butt hurt.” The House passed a funding package while Jeffries and most Democrats opposed it amid a partial government shutdown. As negotiations continue, Senate Majority Leader John Thune emphasized that President Trump will ultimately influence the outcome, with Sen. Katie Britt leading discussions on the DHS funding. Chuck Schumer indicated that productive negotiations could occur if Republicans engage in good faith.
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