A week ago, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise seemed to know exactly what he wanted out of this lame-duck session: a government funding deal that would push the shutdown deadline into late next year.
Scalise emphasized the importance of a fresh slate for Donald Trump’s first 100 days. He wanted to focus on a sweeping reconciliation package of tax cuts and border security measures, not an appropriations deal and a potential government shutdown.
But now, suddenly, Scalise has changed his tune.