Republican leaders have stuck to a straightforward position in their standoff with Democrats over government funding: No negotiations until the shutdown ends.

But as the impasse drags on, some rank-and-file Republicans are starting to wonder if it’s time to change tactics.

Several GOP lawmakers have suggested that Donald Trump take a more direct role in resolving the shutdown in recent days, including potentially opening up negotiations with Democrats if it’s what’s required to end the standoff.

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    2 days ago

    His cognitive decline will be more obvious than ever. That’s why miller and Mike don’t want it. They are the ones running things but they need trump around so that they can.

    Vance has been licking butt his whole life to get to the top.

    He won’t be listening to anyone once he gets there. They know that too.