‘It’s going to take’ Trump, GOP leadership to ‘come to us’ to end shutdown: Sen. Patty Murray

Government Shutdown & Political Stance - The White House anticipates mass layoffs of federal workers, potentially affecting thousands, as the government shutdown enters its second day [1][6][8] - President Trump intends to target government projects and agencies favored by Democrats, potentially cutting projects that should have never been approved [2][9][12][14] - Government websites are blaming Democrats for the shutdown, raising legal questions [3][13][14] - A Washington Post poll indicates 47% of Americans blame President Trump and Republicans for the shutdown, compared to 30% who blame Democrats, with nearly a quarter unsure [5] - Republicans are pushing for Democrats to feel the pain of the shutdown in their states, hoping to get five Democrats to cave and reopen the government [17] - Democrats are criticizing Trump for governing by chaos and maximizing pain, claiming the cruelty is backfiring [5] Healthcare & Policy Debate - The White House and Republicans are claiming Democrats want to fund healthcare for undocumented immigrants, focusing on the 1986 law (EMTALA) that requires emergency rooms to provide stabilizing care to anyone [20][21][22] - Democrats are advocating for the extension of ACA subsidies, with over 70% of voters supporting it, according to a Washington Post poll [28][29] - Senator Murray highlights that constituents are facing potentially doubled insurance bills and calls for a negotiation to extend tax credits [32] Negotiation & Resolution - There is no deal in the works to end the shutdown, and Republicans are five votes short of passing a funding bill [16][17] - Democrats are accusing Republicans of refusing to negotiate and sending a partisan bill, demanding a seat at the table [31][32] - Senator Murray expresses hope that Republican colleagues will engage in discussions, but emphasizes the need for President Trump and congressional leaders to work towards a resolution [41]