Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer defends voting for a Republican spending bill to avert a government shutdown despite his ties to billionaire Soros family. Schumer expresses concern about 'oligarchs' running the United States.
Key Points
Schumer defends voting for the spending bill on 'The View'
Schumer's relationship with Alex Soros and the Soros family
Democratic Party's reliance on wealthy donors in the 2024 campaign
Pros
Schumer's transparency about his ties to the Soros family
Discussion on the influence of wealthy donors in politics
Cons
Potential conflict of interest due to donations from Soros
Criticism from some Democrats for voting for a Republican spending bill