Stephen Colbert interviews Chuck Schumer on Republican spending bill support
Comedian Stephen Colbert confronts Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer over his support for a Republican spending bill, leading to backlash from some Democrats.
Key Points
- Schumer voted to advance a Republican-drafted spending bill to avert a government shutdown
- He faced backlash for his decision from progressives within the Democratic Party
- Schumer defended his vote by arguing that the shutdown would have been worse without the bill
Pros
- Colbert provides a platform for Schumer to explain his decision
- Schumer defends his vote by highlighting potential consequences of not supporting the bill
Cons
- Some Democrats criticize Schumer for not fighting the Trump administration hard enough