Some have argued that such behavior is merely populist theater, designed to inflame the president’s base while distracting from more serious issues. The report wasn’t about Trump; indeed, he is mentioned only once in its nearly 300 pages. But such conversations can’t be held, the report suggests, if stakeholders are stuck arguing about the basic terms and underlying facts of the debate. CAPTION The divisive issue has been at the center of talks between Democrats and Republicans to avert a government shutdown this Friday. The divisive issue has been at the center of talks between Democrats and Republicans to avert a government shutdown this Friday.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 18, 2018 19:35 UTC