Senate Democrats Divided Over GOP-Passed Government Funding Bill

Schumer's support for the Republican-led bill to avoid a shutdown draws criticism from progressives and exposes party rifts.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced his support for a House GOP-drafted continuing resolution to avoid a government shutdown, despite widespread opposition from fellow Democrats.
The House bill funds the government through September 30 but includes controversial provisions that Democrats argue give excessive power to President Trump and Elon Musk to redirect funds.
Progressive Democrats, including Senators Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, strongly oppose the bill, citing significant cuts to social programs and potential misuse of funds.
Schumer defended his decision as necessary to prevent a shutdown, warning it would grant the Trump administration unchecked authority to deem federal programs and workers 'non-essential.'
The Democratic base and several party leaders expressed frustration, accusing Schumer of capitulating without securing concessions and leaving the party divided ahead of the vote.