Senate Democrats fear Trump could gain power through shutdown

Senate Democrats are facing pressure after Republicans passed a continuing resolution that includes spending cuts and increases military funding. This resolution could allow former President Trump to gain more control over budget decisions through impoundment. Democrats must choose between supporting the resolution, which they view as harmful, or using a filibuster to block it, risking a government shutdown. Some Democrats express concern that a shutdown would give Trump excessive power over government operations. Senator Chris Coons and others worry that a shutdown could empower Trump to make critical decisions about which government services remain operational, potentially affecting essential programs like Social Security.