Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's opposition to Republican spending bill

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer opposes the spending bill drafted by Republicans, calling for a clean 30-day CR to keep the government open for negotiation of bipartisan legislation. Democrats express concerns over potential government shutdown and lack of input in the bill.

Key Points

  • Schumer opposes the six-month stopgap bill passed by the House
  • Democrats are unified in not wanting a government shutdown
  • Republicans need at least eight Democrats to avoid filibuster on the bill

Pros

  • Calls for bipartisan effort in funding the government
  • Advocates for a clean 30-day CR to allow time for negotiation of bipartisan legislation

Cons

  • Republicans drafted the Continuing Resolution without input from Congressional Democrats
  • Concerns over potential government shutdown and impact on ordinary people