Lawmakers in the Senate failed to pass a bipartisan deal that would create a path towards citizenship for the Dreamers. It was a demoralizing end to proceedings after weeks of intense negotiations. The bipartisan deal would have also provided $25 billion for the wall.
A budget proposal by President Trump seeks to significantly cut domestic spending and funding for social security programs such as Medicare and also seeks a military spending increase. The proposal goes against a number of promises made by president Trump during the campaign.
Lawmakers from both sides of the political divide are calling for a more sober immigration debate. The lawmakers said on Sunday that efforts should be made to legalize young immigrants often referred to as “Dreamers” as well as provide funding for tighter security on the southern border.
In a statement released on Wednesday, President Trump said that former chief strategist Steve Bannon had lost his mind after he was kicked out of the White House.
