Trump cancels meeting with top Dems as government shutdown nears

Government Funding & Potential Shutdown - US government faces potential shutdown next week if no agreement is reached [5] - President Trump initially agreed to meet with Democratic leaders but later cancelled the meeting [2][4] - Republican leaders urged President Trump to cancel the meeting, believing they hold the leverage [3] - Democrats accuse Trump of being responsible for a potential government shutdown [4] Political Strategy & Negotiation - House and Senate Minority Leaders requested a meeting with President Trump after opposing a GOP funding plan [2] - Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Foon advised Trump to call off the meeting [3] - Republicans aim to maintain pressure on Senate Democrats without negotiating on their demands [3][4] - Both sides are engaged in a high-stakes game of chicken regarding government funding [5]