Senate attempts to prevent government shutdown deadline

The Senate is working to prevent a partial government shutdown as a deadline approaches. Democrats face a choice between supporting a spending bill that grants President Trump significant control over funding or allowing the government to lapse. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer indicated he would not permit a shutdown, allowing a vote on the continuing resolution. This bill would fund the government through September, cutting non-defense spending by $13 billion while increasing defense spending by $6 billion. The House passed the spending bill earlier, leaving the Senate to decide on it. Democrats express concerns over the bill's funding levels and the discretion it gives the Trump administration, which they view as problematic.