So, last night Trump and the Dems pretty much got on TV to say they're officially at an impasse. But something has to give at some point, right? Here's the current situation -
1. Trump says he won't sign anything unless he gets money for the wall
2. The Democrats say he's not getting the money, period.
3. Mitch McConnell says he won't allow a vote on anything the president won't sign, which means there's no chance for the Senate to overrule Trump.
Possible ways for this to end -
- Trump gives in and signs a bill without the border wall funding.
- Trump gives in and signs a bill without the border wall funding, then declares a national emergency. Lawsuits ensue.
- The Democrats give in and give Trump his border wall funding.
- McConnell gives and and allows a vote, and something without the border wall funding gets enough bipartisan support to override Trump (2/3rds).
Honestly, it's a tough call. Trump is too egotistical to give in completely, the GOP is too scared of their base to go against Trump, and the Democratic base will be pissed if the first thing they do after getting the house is to acquiesce to Trump and his supporters (especially since 60% of the country doesn't want a wall).
I think a national emergency might be the most likely outcome.