GOP Senators Vow to Block Unrelated Bills, Push for Timely Passage of Spending Measures

GOP senators pledge to block unrelated bills ahead of spending deadline in letter to Schumer

Senators fear spending bills will be delayed behind other legislation, want to avoid December omnibus

Letter signed by Scott, Thune, Cornyn, Barrasso, Ernst, Capito, Cruz, Tuberville and others

Senators urge Schumer to prioritize appropriations bills and open amendment process

Thune says appropriations should be the top priority, not other legislation Schumer wants to pass