"Kennedy said Trump had called him to try to convince him to change his mind on blue slips, according to two of the sources in the room. Vance equivocated, admitting the votes are probably not there to make the changes anyway - but also expressing frustration with the chamber's dysfunction, according to four sources familiar with what was said."
"What to watch: Vance told senators early in his remarks not to hold so-called "rifle-shot" votes on limited funding bills - even for SNAP, sources said. He argued that Democrats should own the growing shutdown chaos, and that the momentum was with the GOP. He also said that they do not want the House coming back. Zoom out: There was also lengthy discussion about beef, multiple sources said."
Trump called to try to persuade a senator to change his position on blue slips. Vance acknowledged that votes to change procedures are probably lacking while expressing frustration with Senate dysfunction. Vance advised against holding isolated "rifle-shot" votes on limited funding bills, including SNAP. Vance argued that Democrats should bear responsibility for growing shutdown chaos and asserted that momentum favored the GOP. Vance stated that Republicans do not want the House to return for votes. The meeting also included extended discussion about beef and the broader strategic implications of funding and procedural choices.
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