Schumer Faces Party Backlash Over Support for GOP Budget Bill

The Senate Minority Leader defends his decision to avoid a government shutdown, as Democrats question his leadership and unity efforts with Hakeem Jeffries on Medicaid cuts.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer voted with Republicans on a continuing resolution to prevent a government shutdown, drawing criticism from Democrats and progressive groups.
Schumer defended his decision, calling the bill a 'bad' choice but arguing that a shutdown would have been 'devastating' and given President Trump and Elon Musk excessive power over essential programs.
Only nine Senate Democrats joined Schumer in supporting the resolution, highlighting divisions within the party and prompting calls for new leadership.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries expressed renewed support for Schumer and joined him in announcing a plan to oppose Medicaid cuts proposed by the Trump administration.
Democratic favorability ratings have dropped to historic lows, with many blaming Schumer's leadership and strategy during the budget negotiations.