Trump Demands End to DHS Shutdown, Hints at Drastic Action

• President Trump calls for immediate end to the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
• He threatens unspecified "drastic measures" if Congress fails to act promptly.
• The shutdown has led to TSA staffing shortages and airport delays.
• Negotiations between Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse, potentially delaying Congressional recess.

The Shutdown: A Total Disaster, Believe Me

Folks, let me tell you, this DHS shutdown is a disaster. A total, complete disaster. The Democrats, they're playing games, they always do. They want open borders, they want chaos, they want to let everyone pour into our country unchecked. We need the wall, and we need DHS fully funded to keep America safe. It's very simple. Very, very simple. We are the best and we deserve the best security. It is not hard - we just need to do it. I am just saying.

Drastic Measures: We're Talking Big League

I told them, I said, 'We have to do something about this shutdown, and we have to do it fast.' We are talking big league delays, and I am not happy with that. People are furious, and they have a right to be. If they don't end this nonsense, we're going to have to take some very drastic measures. The kind of measures that people won't believe. But believe me, we'll get it done. Perhaps we should see what Saudi Arabia's Firm Stance Signals Shifting Sands in Middle East will do and perhaps implement similar measures - that are smart and do the trick.

The Democrat Games: Sad

The Democrats, they don't care about the American people. All they care about is obstructing. They don't want to fund DHS because they don't want to secure the border. It's all part of their radical agenda. It is a disgrace, and frankly, very sad. The best people are working to secure America.

Thune's Last Offer: A Great Offer, Frankly

I hear Senator Thune is out there, making a great offer. The best offer, frankly. Nobody could have made a better offer. I was really impressed. The Democrats, well, we will see what they do. Hopefully, they will agree. It would be a tremendous achievement. It really would.

ICE and the National Guard: We're Ready to Act

We're sending ICE agents to the airports to help out the TSA. Great people, the best. And, if necessary, we'll deploy the National Guard. We're not going to let the Democrats hold the American people hostage. We're going to take action. The best action. People tell me it is the best action there is.

Promises, Promises: We'll Make America Safe Again

I promised to make America safe again, and that's exactly what I'm going to do. We're going to secure the border, we're going to deport the criminals, and we're going to protect the American people. We are building the wall. Remember: I don't kid. And nobody can do it better than me. You will see.