Ruben Gallego, other Senate Democrats refuse to go along with GOP spending plan
- Senate Democrats, including Ruben Gallego and Mark Kelly, oppose a Republican spending bill, arguing it would empower President Donald Trump and Elon Musk while damaging essential services for veterans and families.
- Senator Bernie Sanders criticized the bill, stating it would provide a blank check for Trump and Musk to target working families and social programs.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer initially indicated support for the bill, prompting backlash from progressive lawmakers and advocacy groups.
- As the government shutdown deadline approaches, Senate Democrats must decide whether to uphold their opposition or risk granting more power to Trump and Musk for future budget decisions.
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Senate Democrats unmoved by threat of shutdown; many refuse to follow Schumer's lead
(The Center Square) – As U.S. senators are poised to vote on advancing Republicans’ six-month Continuing Resolution to keep the government open, Democrats are indirectly bashing the few members in their ranks who are considering casting a "yes" vote.
Senate Democrats face reckoning over GOP spending bill that hands Trump and Musk unchecked power
Progressives warn that the Republican spending bill would give Trump and Musk sweeping control over federal funds, gut social programs, and set a dangerous precedent—while Senate Democrats waver on whether to fight or fold.
Senate Democrats refuse to go along with GOP spending plan
WASHINGTON — A day before a shutdown deadline, Senate Democrats are mounting a last-ditch protest over a Republican-led government funding bill that already passed the House but failed to slap any limits on President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk's…
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