Jeffries says Trump hides during government shutdown

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries accused President Trump of being in a "witness protection program" due to his limited public appearances during the government shutdown. Jeffries stated Trump is avoiding public view because he knows he is responsible for the shutdown, citing the president's erratic behavior and lack of engagement on resolving the crisis. The White House dismissed Jeffries' comments as "ridiculous fodder," asserting the president is working around the clock, while a photo showed Trump at dinner with the Vances.