WASHINGTON — As the shutdown of the federal government lumbered toward an end on Monday, President Donald Trump remained out of sight, suppressing his instincts to make himself part of the story by making a deal or picking a fight. Trump told allies over the weekend that he hated being on the sidelines, but he followed the recommendations of his staff and key congressional Republicans and removed himself from the negotiations.
As Shutdown Deal Reached, Trump Stays Out Of Sight
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Mon, 01/22/2018 - 3:50pm
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