Chuck Schumer faced backlash from Democrats after voting for a Republican funding bill to avert a government shutdown. Defending his decision on NBC's Meet the Press, he argued that the consequences of a shutdown would be much worse than the funding bill, which he admitted was flawed. Schumer described his vote as a principled choice reflecting leadership. Despite calls for his resignation, he asserted that the Democratic caucus is united against Donald Trump, hoping to swiftly demonstrate the negative impact of his policies.
Schumer highlighted that the consequences of a government shutdown would have been significantly worse than the funding bill he supported, deeming it a necessary decision.
In defending his decision, Schumer stated, 'You have to do things to avoid a real danger that might come down the curve... I did it out of pure conviction.'
Schumer emphasized the unity of the Democratic caucus against Trump, asserting that they aim to portray him as the quickest lame duck in history.
Maryland representative Glenn Ivey, the first Democrat to call for Schumer's resignation, acknowledged Schumer's contributions while expressing dissatisfaction with his recent vote.
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