White House: Dems refused Trump offer to talk about shutdown over lunch

The White House claimed Tuesday that congressional Democrats rejected an offer from President Trump to attend lunch at the White House and continue discussions over a deal to end the partial government shutdown, which has entered its 25th day.

“Today, the president offered both Democrats and Republicans the chance to meet for lunch at the White House. Unfortunately, no Democrats will attend,” White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said in a statement. “The president looks forward to having a working lunch with House Republicans to solve the border crisis and reopen the government. It’s time for the Democrats to come to the table and make a deal.”