Negotiations stall over government funding as Trump faces Democratic backlash
Negotiations for government funding have stalled ahead of a March 14 deadline, largely due to President Donald Trump's unilateral actions affecting agency funding. Congressional leaders have not yet agreed on a spending amount, complicating efforts for a bipartisan deal. Democrats are concerned about Trump's attempts to block approved funding and dismantle agencies without congressional approval. They are discussing strategies to leverage the funding deadline to address these issues, while Republicans largely support Trump's actions. The lack of agreement on a top-line spending figure is increasing the likelihood of a government shutdown. Democrats emphasize the need for cooperation from Republicans to pass funding bills, given their slim majority in the House.