What Next | Daily News and Analysis Bonus: The Senator Calling Trump’s Bluff
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Sep 26, 2025 As the government faces a funding deadline, Senator Chris Van Hollen shares his strategy against giving Trump a blank check. He highlights the potential fallout of a shutdown on Maryland's federal employees and essential services nationwide. Van Hollen also discusses the Democrats' plan for a one-month continuing resolution aimed at restoring health care. Additionally, he emphasizes the need for safeguards to prevent illegal withholding of funds, advocating for higher vote thresholds to protect appropriated budgets.
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Refusing A Blank Check
- Chris Van Hollen says Trump is trying to take the country over a cliff to get a blank check for lawless activities.
- Van Hollen frames refusing a blank check as a defense of rule-of-law and fiscal safeguards.
Impact On Federal Workers
- Van Hollen highlights that many Marylanders are patriotic federal employees who provide essential services.
- He warns that when services are disrupted, people across the country suffer tangible harm.
Use A Short CR To Buy Time
- Van Hollen and Democrats proposed a one-month continuing resolution to restore health-care funding and protect appropriations.
- He argues such a short CR can defuse healthcare risk while negotiations continue.