The budget resolution has been rejected by Trump, but is described by a senator as ‘plan B’ in case the House cannot pass its own plan.

The Senate plans to pass a budget resolution that would entail two reconciliation bills. President Donald Trump, by contrast, says he wants only one bill.

The lower chamber’s ‘budget reconciliation’ resolution is in a single bill, whereas the Senate offers a two-bill package and more defense and border spending.

Republicans in the Senate and House remain in disagreement about the plan, which prevents any further action.

The Senate and House of Representatives are working on parallel budget resolutions with different provisions. Neither body appears ready to compromise.

McConnell voted against three of the president’s cabinet nominees.

The resolution was passed after 11 hours of debate and dozens of amendments from Democrats, all of which were rejected. It now heads to the House floor.

Patel, whose nomination has been opposed by Democrats, was approved by a vote of 12–10. His nomination now heads to the Senate floor.

Sen. Lindsey Graham’s resolution called for $325 billion in spending on defense and border security. Democrats stated that it drives the U.S. deeper into debt.

Two continuing resolutions have already been passed for this fiscal year. Republicans have no timeline on when permanent bills will reach the floor.