Trump Pressures GOP to Scrap Filibuster, End Shutdown

0:00On March 26, President Donald Trump is wrapping up pressure on Republican senators to scrap the filibuster and push through the Save America Act, while restoring funding for the Department of Homeland Security. He's warning that Democrats would do the same if they had the chance, urging immediate action to break the deadlock. Trump took direct aim at Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, calling him desperate and predicting he'll cut a deal out of fear Republicans might end. The filibuster anyway. This comes as Senate talks stall over Democratic counteroffers. The shutdown has thrown airports into disarray, with transportation security administration workers unpaid for more than a month now. Traveler space long lines and delays as the impasse drags on. Senate Majority Leader John Thune says there's no point pursuing the latest proposal, and lawmakers face a tight deadline before recess starts on. March 30. Uncertainty hangs over whether a compromise is possible. With Trump turning up the heat, Republicans must decide fast if they'll overhaul Senate

1:01rules or keep negotiating as the funding crisis deepens. Across key agencies.