Democrats on government shutdown

As the deadline for a federal government shutdown approaches, House Republicans are struggling to negotiate a budget deal, with pressure from President-elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk complicating the situation. Democrats, led by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, have reframed the narrative to place the responsibility for a potential shutdown squarely on the GOP, emphasizing that their failure to uphold a bipartisan agreement will harm everyday Americans. White House officials are coordinating with congressional Democrats to ensure a unified message, portraying the chaos as a result of Republican infighting. Meanwhile, Musk's vocal opposition to the previous bipartisan deal has swayed GOP leaders, prompting them to abandon the agreement in favor of a more conservative approach. Jeffries, along with other Democratic leaders, warns that the repercussions of a shutdown will be on Republicans, urging them to act responsibly. The situation remains fluid as House Speaker Mike Johnson and other GOP leaders continue to negotiate behind closed doors.