Trump Cancels Meeting with Democratic Leaders amid Risk of Government Shutdown

  

President Donald Trump canceled a meeting with top Democratic leaders in Congress this week as the deadline for approving a budget that would guarantee funding for the federal government approaches.

The president's decision came at a time of growing tension between the White House and the opposition, which has criticized the lack of progress in the negotiations. Without a bipartisan agreement, there is a risk of a partial government shutdown, which would affect federal agencies and services across the country.

Trump argued that he saw no desire for dialogue on the part of the Democrats, while they responded by accusing the president of shirking his responsibility to lead the talks at a key moment.

The episode adds uncertainty to the political landscape in Washington, where time for a compromise is rapidly running out.