President Trump highlights the need for more border security as the new Congress takes over.
During a surprise press briefing Thursday, the president said he wants to get a lot done with bipartisan support now that Democrats control the House.
FILE – In this Friday, Dec. 21, 2018 file photo, President Donald Trump makes a statement on the possible government shutdown before signing criminal just reform legislation in the Oval Office of the White House, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)
President Trump tells congressional Democrats he is ready to make a deal and end the government shutdown.
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The federal government is officially shut down, with lawmakers continuing negotiations to reach an agreement
The shutdown comes after the Senate failed to vote on legislation approved by the House.
President Donald Trump speaks to members of the media before boarding Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018, for a short trip to Andrews Air Force Base, Md., and then on to Macon, Ga., and Chattanooga, Tenn. for rallies. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
President Trump says the Republican party is expected to “do well” in the upcoming midterms.
The president said the main focus of his campaigning is on the Senate, while talking to reporters on the White House lawn Sunday.
President Trump discourages Americans from voting democrat calling out prominent leaders like Congresswoman Maxine Waters.
In a tweet Saturday, he cited a Fox News report labeling the congresswoman as “the most corrupt member of Congress.”
FILE – In this Oct. 28, 2009 file photo, Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Calif., is seen on Capitol Hill in Washington. A House investigative panel has charged California Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters with violating ethics rules. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak, File)