In a dramatic showdown on Capitol Hill, Senate Democrats have held their ground on federal funding disputes, triggering a government shutdown with an uncertain end date. While Democrats have made their stance clear, many question how long they can maintain it—or what it means for the American public.

Senate Democrats voiced strong opposition after Senator Alex Padilla was removed in handcuffs from a DHS press conference in Los Angeles. Senators Chuck Schumer, Cory Booker, and Adam Schiff took to the Senate floor to demand answers and express their concerns over the incident.