Trump vows to resist extortion as government shutdown nears record length
TL;DR
The US government shutdown is nearing its longest duration, with President Trump refusing to negotiate until the government reopens, risking the loss of food aid and other services for millions, while debates over the filibuster and healthcare continue amidst political stalemate.
- Trump says he 'won’t be extorted' as the shutdown is about to become the longest ever Fortune
- Trump says government shutdown ends when Democrats give in: "If they don't vote, that's their problem" CBS News
- What’s a filibuster? And why does Trump want to kill it? CNN
- When will this shutdown become the longest ever? Very soon. USA Today
- The White House thought the shutdown would be quick. Now they’re frustrated. Politico
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