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"Shutdown Talks Hit Roadblock as Democrats Refuse Republican's Offer"
Senator John Thune's latest bid to end the government shutdown appears doomed after Democrats rejected his proposal to guarantee a vote on extending Obamacare subsidies in exchange for reopening the government.
The offer, made by Thune, Senate Majority Leader, was met with skepticism from many Democrats, who expressed mistrust of Republicans' commitment to addressing expiring health care subsidies. "I trust no Republican's word as long as Donald Trump is saying he refuses to extend health care tax subsidies," said Senator Richard Blumenthal.
Senator Dick Durbin echoed this sentiment, stating that Thune's proposal was not enough and that Democrats needed a more concrete plan from Republicans before they would consider voting on the subsidies. "A bipartisan statement would be helpful," he continued, but emphasized that several elements were required to secure their support.
Minority Leader Chuck Schumer also cast doubt on Thune's offer, saying that the Senator had never extended an invitation to him despite repeated requests. "We're not negotiating in public, plain and simple," Schumer said, emphasizing the need for a private discussion with Thune.
Despite the rejection of Thune's proposal, there are signs of progress in talks to end the shutdown. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries maintained that Democrats still want a deal on the subsidies, but not at the expense of addressing "the Republican health care crisis".
The main sticking point appears to be trust between Democrats and Republicans. Senate Democrats say they need to see action from the White House before committing to a vote on the subsidies.
While Thune's proposal is the first time Republican leaders have taken concrete steps towards negotiating, many Democrats are wary of their commitment. "They can't be trusted on a wing and a prayer," Jeffries said, emphasizing the need for a real path forward.
The standoff continues, with neither side willing to budge. The question remains: will Democrats accept Thune's offer, or will they continue to demand more concrete action from Republicans?
Senator John Thune's latest bid to end the government shutdown appears doomed after Democrats rejected his proposal to guarantee a vote on extending Obamacare subsidies in exchange for reopening the government.
The offer, made by Thune, Senate Majority Leader, was met with skepticism from many Democrats, who expressed mistrust of Republicans' commitment to addressing expiring health care subsidies. "I trust no Republican's word as long as Donald Trump is saying he refuses to extend health care tax subsidies," said Senator Richard Blumenthal.
Senator Dick Durbin echoed this sentiment, stating that Thune's proposal was not enough and that Democrats needed a more concrete plan from Republicans before they would consider voting on the subsidies. "A bipartisan statement would be helpful," he continued, but emphasized that several elements were required to secure their support.
Minority Leader Chuck Schumer also cast doubt on Thune's offer, saying that the Senator had never extended an invitation to him despite repeated requests. "We're not negotiating in public, plain and simple," Schumer said, emphasizing the need for a private discussion with Thune.
Despite the rejection of Thune's proposal, there are signs of progress in talks to end the shutdown. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries maintained that Democrats still want a deal on the subsidies, but not at the expense of addressing "the Republican health care crisis".
The main sticking point appears to be trust between Democrats and Republicans. Senate Democrats say they need to see action from the White House before committing to a vote on the subsidies.
While Thune's proposal is the first time Republican leaders have taken concrete steps towards negotiating, many Democrats are wary of their commitment. "They can't be trusted on a wing and a prayer," Jeffries said, emphasizing the need for a real path forward.
The standoff continues, with neither side willing to budge. The question remains: will Democrats accept Thune's offer, or will they continue to demand more concrete action from Republicans?
shutdown talks are super frustrating 
i feel like we're stuck in this never-ending loop where no one can agree on anything 
the thing is, senate democrats seem pretty reasonable but republicans keep throwing out these half-baked offers that aren't gonna cut it 
john thune's latest proposal was cool and all but when you think about it, we're still just trying to extend health care subsidies which isn't exactly rocket science 
i wish both sides could just communicate better and figure this out already 
