As the clock ticked, Senate Democrats were in an uncomfortable position. They were forced to choose between a GOP bill that reprioritizes federal funding to reflect Trump's priorities and gives him more leeway in spending decisions,

The Senate passed a House-approved government funding bill that averts a government shutdown that was set to be triggered at the end of the day Friday.

Senate Minority Leader Schumer, D-N.Y. announced that he will vote to keep the government open and warned that a shutdown has worse consequences for Americans.