WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate finds itself on Friday in a familiar position, working to avoid a partial government shutdown with just hours to spare as Democrats confront two painful options: allowing passage of a bill they believe gives President Donald Trump vast discretion on spending decisions or voting no and letting a funding lapse ensue.

Chuck Schumer is under pressure to unite Senate Democrats as his party agonizes over whether to trigger a shutdown in less than 36 hours, or side with the president.

Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer, New York, came out in favor of passing the House GOP's continuing resolution, which funds the government through the end of September. Schumer and other Democrats previously said they would not pass the bill and preferred a one-month extension of current funding levels.