[Trump Meets Congressional Leaders to Discuss Avoiding Government Shutdown] Reported by Golden Finance, U.S. President Trump met with congressional leaders at the White House to discuss avoiding a government shutdown. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer stated that there are significant differences between them, and Trump has listened to their objections. Schumer remarked that whether the government falls into a shutdown depends on the Republicans. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries said it was a candid discussion, and the Democrats will not support Republican bills that harm healthcare. House Speaker Johnson expressed hope to allow more time for negotiations. U.S. Vice President Vance stated that the talks with congressional leaders were "candid" and that federal government shutdowns should not result from disagreements.