Senate Has Just Hours Left to Avoid Partial Government Shutdown

The Senate is finding itself in a familiar position, working to avoid a partial government shutdown with just hours to spare Friday. Democrats have only painful options: allow passage of a bill they believe gives President Donald Trump vast discretion on spending decisions, or vote no and give Trump free rein. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer gave members of his caucus days to vent their frustration before making clear he will not allow a government shutdown. Also Friday, it’s Trump’s move now that two federal judges handed down orders Thursday requiring his administration to rehire thousands of probationary federal workers...