Demoralized donors are frustrated with Democratsβ failings and worried about retribution from the president. Their frugality has left liberal groups struggling to fight the new administration.
President Trump has not yet taken action against any liberal groups or donors, but many worry that he or his allies may seek to punish them through congressional investigations, lawsuits or tax audits.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) claimed Sunday on ABCβs "This Week" that the Republican budget was a "non-starter" and would receive opposition from every Democratic lawmaker.