US President Donald Trump has pressured Congress to end a government shutdown that has reached its second day, amid deep uncertainty over whether Democrats and Republicans could soon break an impasse to restore federal funding.
Trump this morning praised Republicans for fighting for their military and safety at the border, while he said Democrats just want illegal immigrants to pour into their nation unchecked.
He wrote on Twitter that if stalemate continues, Republicans should use the nuclear option to change the rules of the US Senate and try to pass a long‑term spending bill with a simple majority.
Great to see how hard Republicans are fighting for our Military and Safety at the Border. The Dems just want illegal immigrants to pour into our nation unchecked. If stalemate continues, Republicans should go to 51% (Nuclear Option) and vote on real, long term budget, no C.R.’s!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 21, 2018
Source: Stuff.co
