Government Shutdown Avoidance Discussions in Senate

Senate Democrats and Republicans are in discussions about averting a government shutdown by passing a stop-gap spending bill. Democrats prefer a shorter-term bill while Republicans want to focus on passing President Trump's tax cuts and border security. The Senate Majority Leader has called out Democrats for potentially filibustering and causing a shutdown.

Impact of Stop-Gap Spending Bill on Congressional Appropriations Process

Rep. Scott Perry discusses the stop-gap spending bill on The Alex Marlow Show, highlighting the lack of earmarks and the victory in blocking an omnibus spending bill. He notes the absence of earmarks and emphasizes the need for a new way of doing business in Congress.