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Democrats Push Back Against GOP's Funding Bill Amid Shutdown Fears

9/18/2025

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Democrats oppose the GOP's funding bill, with 70% favoring a vote withholding to prevent a shutdown.
A poll indicates 82% of Democrats believe Republicans will face blame for a shutdown.
House Republicans aim to vote on a short-term funding bill extending current levels until Nov. 21.
Senate Republicans criticize Democrats for rejecting the "clean" funding extension, calling it a "Schumer Shutdown."
Disagreements focus on funding levels and insufficient bipartisan negotiations, with Trump's influence acknowledged.

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Story summary

Democrats oppose the GOP's funding bill, with 70% favoring a vote withholding to prevent a shutdown.
A poll indicates 82% of Democrats believe Republicans will face blame for a shutdown.
House Republicans aim to vote on a short-term funding bill extending current levels until Nov. 21.
Senate Republicans criticize Democrats for rejecting the "clean" funding extension, calling it a "Schumer Shutdown."
Disagreements focus on funding levels and insufficient bipartisan negotiations, with Trump's influence acknowledged.