Trump’s Shutdown Trap: A Science Bill, a Veto Threat, and the Blame Game Ahead
A bipartisan funding deal for NASA and NOAA defies Trump’s budget demands. Whether he signs it may decide who owns the next shutdown.
On January 15, 2026, the United States Senate delivered a rare moment of legislative clarity in an otherwise grinding appropriations season. With an overwhelming vote of 82 to 15, senators approved a three‑bill “minibus” funding package for fiscal year 2026 that now heads to President Donald Trump’s desk for his signature.
This package is composed of the…
