Gillibrand Screams at Senate Democrats Over Shutdown Dispute

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) was reportedly heard screaming during a private lunch with her Democratic colleagues as they debated their response to the impending government shutdown. The tension arose over whether to support a House-passed continuing resolution (CR) that would fund the government for six months, which Gillibrand opposed. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer indicated that many Democrats were prepared to reject the bill, emphasizing that it was drafted without Democratic input. However, internal discord emerged, with some Senate Democrats contemplating voting for the House CR, highlighting a lack of unity on the matter. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) criticized the idea of allowing a shutdown, calling it a 'gift for the Republicans'. This internal struggle within the party reflects the broader challenges facing Senate Democrats as they navigate their strategy in light of the looming funding deadline.