The meeting, held at the White House, brought together President Trump, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The session was seen as a critical step in efforts to break the ongoing budget deadlock. However, the talks appeared to produce little movement toward an agreement.
Schumer described the conversation as candid but ultimately unproductive, noting that “there are still large differences between us.” He emphasized that Democrats remain willing to continue discussions but stressed that it is up to the president and his party to take meaningful steps toward a compromise.

Jeffries echoed Schumer’s remarks, urging Republicans to engage in serious negotiations. He underscored the stakes for millions of Americans who could be affected if the government runs out of funding.

Despite the appeals from Democratic leaders, Trump and his allies signaled little willingness to shift their positions. Vance’s comments reinforced the sense of growing tension in Washington, where both sides are bracing for a high-stakes showdown that could result in a partial shutdown of federal operations.

With time running short, the White House and congressional leaders face mounting pressure to find common ground. Yet the gap between the parties remains wide, raising uncertainty about whether a deal can be reached before the deadline passes.