Republicans hold the upper hand in the government funding fight — but are they squandering it? With just seven days until a shutdown, Anna discusses how President Donald Trump’s sudden decision to cancel a meeting with Democratic leaders reshaped the battle and handed Democrats new political leverage.
Plus, Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) is rolling out a slate of GOP endorsements as he battles Texas AG Ken Paxton in a closely watched Republican primary.
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