Chuck Schumer Blocks Funding Following Minneapolis Shooting Raising USA Shutdown Risk

Senate Democrats are blocking a crucial funding package following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis.The standoff puts $1.2 trillion in government spending at risk as the January 30 deadline approaches for the remaining six appropriations bills.Republicans and the White House are exploring options to separate the Department of Homeland Security funding from the broader package to avoid a partial shutdown.