Analysis: Trump’s shutdown moves show he believes he controls the federal purse

The Trump White House is treating spending laws more like suggestions as it tries to mute the effects of the government shutdown and attack programs it considers to be Democratic priorities as it digs in for a long shutdown.

​ The Trump White House is treating spending laws more like suggestions as it tries to mute the effects of the government shutdown and attack programs it considers to be Democratic priorities as it digs in for a long shutdown. Read More Breaking News, Latest News and Videos | CNN