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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Eric Garcia and Andrew Feinberg

Trump says he’d be glad to talk to Schumer and Democrats — but only after they agree to key shutdown demand

President Donald Trump said he would be open to talking to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries — if they first agree to reopen the government.

Trump made the comments at the White House on Tuesday during a Diwali celebration as the government shutdown entered its 21st day.

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