Schumer Faces Party Backlash Over Vote to Avert Shutdown

The Senate Minority Leader defends his decision to support a Republican-led funding bill, citing the need to prevent a damaging government shutdown.

Chuck Schumer voted for a Republican-led Continuing Resolution, arguing it was necessary to avoid a government shutdown that could have devastated federal programs like Medicaid and SNAP.
The decision has drawn significant criticism from Democrats and progressive groups, with some calling for Schumer to step down as Senate Democratic leader.
Schumer defended his leadership, emphasizing his track record in winning Senate seats and pledging to refocus efforts on opposing Trump's policies, particularly proposed Medicaid cuts.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries expressed support for Schumer's leadership and joined him in a joint effort to combat potential Medicaid cuts in Trump's agenda.
Protests against Schumer's decision have led to the postponement of his book tour, highlighting ongoing tensions within the Democratic Party.