On his way to Camp David on Sunday, President Trump was questioned about the financial strain the partial government shutdown has put on workers. “Mr. President, do you relate to the pain of federal workers who can’t pay their bills?” a reporter asked. “I can relate,” Trump said. “And I’m sure that the people that are on the receiving end will make adjustments.
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