let's discuss all of this with democratic congressman ted liu, judicial committee. thanks for joining us. both government funding bills up for consideration in the senate failed this afternoon. now the president says he would support a temporary reopening of the federal government if there was a pro-rated down payment for a wall. what's your reaction? >> thank you for your question, wolf. first of all i'm pleased that the democratic proposal with no strings attached got more votes than donald trump's own proposal. very pleased that six republican senators broke ranks with the president, including mitt romney. i'm glad he's showing he's not a flake and that mitt romney is putting country above party. i'm hopeful this will lead to talks to reopen government. democratic position has always been consistent and reasonable. reopen government, mr. president. negotiate a deal. >> would you, as a member of the