Senate Democrats face tough choice on funding bill

Senate Democrats are in a difficult position as they consider a Republican stopgap bill to avoid a government shutdown. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has reversed his earlier stance and now plans to support the bill, which lacks restrictions on Trump’s administration. The House passed the funding bill with a narrow vote, but many Senate Democrats oppose it, fearing it grants unchecked power to Trump and Elon Musk. Some senators have publicly stated they will vote against the bill, while others express frustration over the party's direction. The Senate will vote on the bill tonight. If it does not pass, the government will shut down at midnight Friday. Democrats need to decide whether to support the bill or face the consequences of a shutdown.