Trump let them hear it!
President Donald Trump is calling out top Democrats Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries as the clock ticks toward a possible September 30th government shutdown. Trump says he’s willing to meet with them—but doesn’t expect the talks to go anywhere.
With Congress on recess until after Labor Day, Americans are once again facing a familiar Washington drama: Democrats pushing more runaway spending, Republicans fighting to protect taxpayers.
Trump: “They’ve Gone Completely Crazy”
Speaking at a White House press conference, Trump confirmed he’ll meet with Schumer and Jeffries before the deadline, but didn’t sugarcoat his expectations.
“Meeting with them is nearly pointless—they refuse to sign off on anything,” Trump said. “You can’t strike a deal with people like this. They’ve totally lost their minds.”
Schumer Fires Back—But Ignores His Own Record
Schumer took to social media to accuse Trump of lacking a plan to “lower costs” or protect Social Security and veterans’ benefits. But conservatives say Schumer’s own record of inflation-driving spending and failed leadership tells another story.
The Stakes: Twelve Bills or a Shutdown
To avoid a partial shutdown, Congress must pass twelve separate spending bills—a process that hasn’t been followed in decades. Instead, lawmakers often pass a short-term “continuing resolution” to kick the can down the road.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) has already pushed through three bipartisan funding measures covering military construction, veterans’ programs, agriculture, and the FDA. But any final package must clear the Senate’s 60-vote threshold—giving Democrats veto power.
Democrats Still Angry Over Trump’s $9 Billion Clawback
Tensions are running high after Republicans passed Trump’s $9 billion spending clawback, which slashed taxpayer funding for NPR, PBS, and foreign aid. Democrats have warned that any future spending cuts could derail negotiations.
A History of Shutdown Brinkmanship
Schumer earlier this year flirted with forcing a shutdown before caving to keep the government open—a move that enraged progressives and exposed deep divisions inside the Democrat Party.
Bottom line: With just weeks left before the September 30 deadline, Trump is making it clear he won’t back down. The fight over government funding is no longer just about the budget—it’s about whether Washington will finally put America First or continue the cycle of reckless spending that weakens the nation’s future.
