Washington Today Pres. Trump says federal government shutdown 'likely' with GOP & Democrats still far apart on what should be in funding extension
Sep 30, 2025
Former President Donald Trump shares insights from the Oval Office, highlighting the likelihood of a government shutdown due to stalled negotiations. He also discusses a historic deal with Pfizer to lower drug prices for Medicaid patients. Meanwhile, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer critiques Republican proposals and emphasizes the need for healthcare discussions. Trump addresses military policy changes, promising gender-neutral fitness standards while calling for military training to occur in crime-ridden cities. The conversation touches on bipartisan tensions and ongoing political challenges.
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Shutdown Likely Amid Party Standoff
- A government shutdown looked likely because Republicans and Democrats stuck to opposing red lines with no 60-vote Senate compromise in sight.
- The standoff centered on a short-term funding extension versus demands to extend health insurance subsidies.
Defend Funding Lines On Immigration Health
- President Trump warned a shutdown was "probably likely" and blamed Democrats for seeking health care access for undocumented immigrants.
- He urged resisting measures he said would expand Medicaid-style benefits to illegal entrants.
Democratic Leaders Push Health And Duty Frame
- Hakeem Jeffries framed Democrats as protecting healthcare and criticized Trump's AI-generated racist video targeting him.
- He cast House Democrats as "on duty" fighting to preserve quality of life while accusing Republicans of avoiding work.