Biden Administration Criticizes Trump on Budget

The White House has criticized President-elect Donald Trump and Vice-President-elect JD Vance for potentially instigating a government shutdown by opposing bipartisan funding agreements and linking the debt limit to government spending. Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre warned that a shutdown would negatively impact essential services and communities recovering from disasters. Trump has threatened primary challenges against Republicans who support any spending measure that does not include his demands, insisting that negotiations on the debt ceiling must be completed before he takes office on January 20, 2025. As the Friday funding deadline approaches, Republican leaders are struggling to garner support for a catch-all bill, with many lawmakers reportedly hesitant about Trump's demands. The Biden administration has also condemned Trump's actions, stating they undermine timely legislative efforts and threaten economic stability. The situation remains precarious as Congress strives to avoid a shutdown before the Christmas holiday.