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Senate Majority Leader John Thune has stated that the two political parties are in negotiations with the White House regarding US government funding. This comes as Democrats threaten to force a partial government shutdown in response to the public backlash against President Donald Trump's immigration policies in Minnesota.
The talks aim to find a resolution and avoid a partial shutdown of the US government. The disagreement appears to be centered around the president's immigration crackdown, which has faced significant public opposition, particularly in Minnesota. Both parties are working to reach a compromise and ensure the continued operation of the federal government.
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