Trump Announces His Decision on Declaring National Emergency

Speaking during a border security round table Friday afternoon at the White House, President Trump said that for the time being, he will not be declaring a national emergency as the government shutdown drags on. . .

“What we’re not looking to do right now is national emergency,” he continued. “I’d rather not do it.” . . .

President Trump maintains he has the authority to declare a national emergency. Republicans on Capitol Hill are split on the issue.

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