Democratic Rift Deepens Over Schumer's Support for GOP Funding Bill

Senate Democrats face backlash as Schumer backs Republican-led bill to avoid shutdown, drawing ire from progressives and moderates alike.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced support for a six-month Republican funding bill, aiming to prevent a government shutdown but igniting widespread criticism within his party.
House Democrats and progressive leaders labeled the decision a 'surrender,' arguing the bill grants President Trump and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency too much power to cut federal programs.
Prominent Democrats, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Tim Kaine, voiced strong opposition, with some calling for Schumer to resign or face a primary challenge in 2028.
The funding bill would reduce non-defense spending by $13 billion while increasing defense spending by $6 billion, with critics decrying it as a 'blank check' for the Trump administration.
Schumer defended his decision, warning that a shutdown would allow Trump and Musk to accelerate federal agency cuts, but party divisions remain stark as the Senate prepares for a critical vote.