DHS funding talks in limbo after Trump insists GOP pass SAVE America Act
(CBS News) Washington — Senate talks aimed at ending the 38-day shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security hit a new roadblock on Monday after President Trump called on Republicans to hold out for passage of an elections bill that Democrats strongly oppose — though some key senators suggested Monday a deal to fund parts of DHS is still possible.
"I'm suggesting strongly to the Republican Party, don't make any deal on anything," Mr. Trump said. "The most important thing we can have is called the SAVE America Act."
The SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship to register to vote and photo ID to cast a ballot, has already been a headache for Senate Republicans. The chamber has been debating the measure for nearly a week in an attempt to placate conservatives who have demanded that the Senate maneuver around a 60-vote threshold to pass the bill. But Senate Majority Leader John Thune has been clear that the votes aren't there.
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