Democrats knock Trump for 'running away from negotiating table' after meeting cancellation [View all]

(The Hill) Democratic leaders on Tuesday criticized President Trump for canceling their planned meeting to prevent a governemnt shutdown next week, accusing the White House of “running away from the negotiating table,” in the words of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.).

“Trump is running away from the negotiating table before he even gets there,” Schumer said in a statement. “While Americans face rising costs and a Republican healthcare crisis, Trump would rather throw a tantrum than do his job. Democrats are ready to work to avoid a shutdown — Trump and Republicans are holding America hostage. Donald Trump will own the shutdown.”

“Happy New Year, Mr. President,” Schumer added in a social media post, referring to Rosh Hashanah. “When you’re finished ranting, we can sit down and discuss health care.”

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