Trump meets with Republican senators over DHS funding

President Trump met with Republican senators Monday night to discuss Department of Homeland Security funding amid an ongoing partial government shutdown. The meeting reflects tensions within the GOP over spending levels and shutdown duration, with Trump holding significant leverage over his party's legislative priorities. Simultaneously, Trump indicated willingness to negotiate with Iran, signaling potential diplomatic shifts even as domestic budget disputes persist. The dual focus suggests the administration is managing multiple high-stakes negotiations—one with Congress on funding and another on foreign policy—that could reshape both government operations and U.S. international relations in the coming weeks.