Senator Joe Manchin criticized the Senate for adjourning without passing a funding package that included support for the U.S. border, Israel, and Ukraine. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer noted that negotiators are still working towards an agreement on the aid package even though the Senate isn't formally in session for votes. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre held a briefing after the Senate adjourned, focusing on the pending border deal and additional funding for Ukraine. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, who has reportedly not had talks with President Biden about the border negotiations, had earlier warned that passing aid for Ukraine before the Christmas break would be 'practically impossible.'
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WATCH LIVE: White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre holds a news briefing after the Senate adjourned for the remained of the year, leaving hanging hopes for a border deal and more Ukraine funding. https://t.co/RzQWKAAifm
Manchin slams Senate for adjourning without a funding package for U.S. border, Israel and Ukraine Schumer says negotiators are still working to reach an agreement on an aid package even though the Senate isn't formally in session for votes. Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/erQEl50Ofc