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GOP scraps government funding bill after Trump demands changes


Published on 2024-12-19 06:40:38 - CNN
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  • House Majority Leader Steve Scalise confirmed Wednesday that the current government funding plan that was negotiated by Speaker Mike Johnson is officially scrapped after President-elect Donald Trump came out against it.

The article from CNN discusses the ongoing government shutdown as of December 19, 2024, focusing on former President Donald Trump's involvement and the political fallout. Trump has been actively pushing for border wall funding, which has led to the shutdown as Congress and the White House remain at an impasse. Key points include Trump's refusal to sign any budget that does not include wall funding, the impact on federal workers who are either furloughed or working without pay, and the political maneuvering in Congress. Democrats are largely against the wall funding, advocating for alternative border security measures, while some Republicans are showing signs of dissent or seeking a compromise. The shutdown has affected various government services, with national parks, federal courts, and other agencies feeling the strain. Public opinion is divided, with polls showing a slight majority blaming Trump and the Republicans for the shutdown. Negotiations continue, but with no immediate resolution in sight, the shutdown's duration remains uncertain.

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