President Trump accused Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of extortion, claiming that Democrats are jeopardizing stalled nominations. Trump alleged that Schumer demands $2 billion for approval of Trump’s nominees, which are delayed beyond historical norms. Despite attempts to negotiate before the Senate's recess, Schumer refused to compromise without concessions related to frozen federal funds. As a result, concerns rise in Congress regarding the upcoming Sept. 30 funding deadline and the implications of a potential filibuster by Schumer over proposed spending bills.
Trump accused Senator Schumer of extortion, branding Democrats as thugs who are holding the country to ransom over stalled nominations. He emphasized that the delays are unprecedented in U.S. history.
The attack by Trump followed a failed attempt to reach a deal with Schumer regarding the confirmation of Trump's nominees, amidst already frozen federal funds.
Schumer refused to negotiate without concessions, leading to a public outcry from Trump, who called for quick action from Republicans to counter what he described as extortion.
With a Sept. 30 funding deadline approaching, the deadlock has raised concerns in Congress about the potential for a filibuster by Schumer concerning any proposed spending legislation.
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