President Donald Trump announced a two-step maneuver that could appease frustrated supporters by keeping the government open and declaring a national emergency to get more money for a border wall. | Joe Raedle/Getty Image Two months of feuding with congressional Democrats and the longest government shutdown in history has exacted a heavy political toll from … Continue reading Trump saves face with his base after bruising wall fight The president walks away from an epic battle with Democrats bloodied — but not as damaged as Democrats had hoped.