The chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) pledges that his party is "not going to roll over" in its redistricting duel with President Donald Trump and Republicans."This is not the Democratic Party of your grandfathers, which would bring a pencil to knife fight. This is a new Democratic Party. Were bringing a knife to a knife fight, and were going to fight fire with fire," DNC Chair Ken Martin said on Tuesday, as he teamed up with Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Texas Democratic state lawmakers who fled to the heavily blue Midwestern state.The move by the Texas Democrats is preventing the Republican-dominated state legislature from voting on new GOP-crafted congressional maps in the red state that would create five more right-leaning congressional districts at Trump's urging.SCHWARZENEGGER PUSHES BACK AGAINST NEWSOM IN REDISTRICTING FIGHTRepublican Gov. Greg Abbott has called for those lawmakers to be arrested and prosecuted upon their return to the Lone Star State.The Republican push in Texas is part of a broader effort by the GOP across the country to keep control of their razor-thin House majority in the 2026 midterms, when the party in power traditionally faces political headwinds and loses seats.Trump and his political team are aiming to prevent what happened during his first term in the White House, when Democrats stormed back to grab the House majority in the 2018 midterms."Donald Trump, Gov. Abbott, Texas Republicans, well they know that theyre headed for a loss of the Congress in 2026. Theyre afraid, and they should be," Pritzker claimed. And the governor charged, "theyve decided that the only way to save themselves is to cheat, to change the rules in the middle of the game."WHAT DNC CHAIR KEN MARTIN TOLD FOX NEWS ABOUT HIS PARTY'S PLANS TO REBOUND AFTER HITTING ROCK BOTTOMMartin, who's aiming to rebound after a rocky couple of months after winning election as DNC chair in February, argued that the rare mid-decade redistricting move by Texas Republicans is a "clear and blatant violation of the Voting Rights Act."The DNC chair said it's "a test case for the rest of the country. What Republicans are trying to do in Texas is a model for other red states to lie, cheat and steal their way to victory."Martin vowed that "Democrats are going to fight this tooth and nail.""Now is not the time for one party to play by the rules and the other party completely ignore them. Theyve decided to cheat and were going to respond in kind," he said."The Democratic Party didnt start this fight but were not going to roll over. They want a fight and were going to give it to them and were going to put every option on the table."Among those options are legal avenues.And Democratic governors in blue bastions are vowing to respond by pushing redistricting in their states.NEWSOM VOWS TO FIGHT FIRE WITH FIRE IN CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING BATTLEPritzker, asked by reporters if Illinois will push to redistrict to add more blue-leaning congressional seats ahead of next year's midterms, said "here in the state of Illinois, it is possible."But the governor added, "its not something that I want to do."California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who, similar to Pritzker, is considered a potential 2028 Democratic presidential hopeful, is aiming to redraw his state's congressional maps, to give the state five more blue-leaning House districts ahead of next year's elections.But while the Republican push in Texas to upend the current congressional maps doesn't face constitutional constraints, Newsom's path in California is much more complicated.The governor is moving to hold a special election this year, to obtain voter approval to undo the constitutional amendments that created the non-partisan redistricting commission. A two-thirds majority vote in the Democrat-dominated California legislature would be needed to hold the referendum."The proposal that we're advancing with the legislature has a trigger only if they move forward, to dismantling the protocols that are well-established," Newsom said on Monday. "Would the state of California move forward in kind? Fighting? Yes, fire with fire."

As President Donald Trump carries out one of the most sports-focused administrations in history, his recent "Saving College Sports" executive order has prompted a strong response from veteran sports agent Leigh Steinberg."They were responding to a need which was that the recruiting and transfer portal had gone out of control," Steinberg told Fox News Digital.The executive order, which aims to regulate the business of college sports by putting restrictions on what parties can pay college athletes and mandating the preservation of resources for women's sports, came at a time when more money than ever is being made available to college athletes.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe recent House vs. NCAA Supreme Court settlement legalized, for the first time, universities to directly pay college athletes via revenue sharing. Previously, college athletes were only allowed to make money via NIL. But Trump's mandate prevents the athletes from being able to legally accept money from any third-party source to play for a certain school."It had some positive elements to it in that he's trying to regulate a field that has been unregulated," Steinberg said.Steinberg believes that restricting the "collectives," meaning the third parties that were paying athletes to pay for certain universities, was essential in keeping recruiting fair.WEST POINT DECISION TO CUT DUTY, HONOR, COUNTRY FROM MISSION STATEMENT UNDER FIRE AGAIN'"While [schools] can still bring a deal to a player, it's going to have to fit fair-market value," Steinberg said. "It should cool off the volatile recruiting-for-money market."Steinberg also praised the executive order's intent to protect and preserve resources for college sports other than football and men's basketball, especially women's sports that don't generate as much revenue."It has a series of standards based on the size of the revenue of the athletic department that mandates it does not cut scholarships for players in those sports, so it's a protective device," Steinberg said."If part of the goal is to provide the most educational opportunities for the most students, and we think that playing sports is one of those, then it can't simply be college football, basketball and women's basketball; it's got to be a broader charge of protecting those sports."The executive order only lays out general objectives, and gives the Trump administration 30 days to design a framework before it is implemented.Steinberg believes that the defined language of the order must specifically determine what third parties can contribute to recruiting in order to effectively prevent third-party pay-for-play from occurring, while not hamstringing other resources to college sports programs from boosters and not hampering the NIL market."It's gotta have guidelines in terms of what collectives or outside bodies can or can't do in terms of contributing money to that recruiting process, and then it's got to install certain metrics and criteria as to what an acceptable deal is based on player branding and marketing," Steinberg said.Steinberg also called for the implementation of a salary cap in college football and men's basketball.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X, and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

When it comes to traveling abroad, some people may be worried about their safety and want to keep their guard up.In the "r/ParisTravelGuide" forum on Reddit, a traveler asked others for advice on pickpockets."My family will be traveling to Paris next month," the person wrote. "It will be our first time visiting Europe, and we are very excited but also a bit nervous."LOCALS RANT THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD NOW 'LIKE DISNEYLAND' AS POST-OLYMPICS TOURISM SURGESThe user added, "We tend to look quite innocent, and were worried we might be easy targets for pickpockets. We wont have a tour guide and will be managing everything on our own."Others on the platform took to the comments section to share advice and their own experiences."Just know they target tourists," wrote one person. "They only hang out in tourist areas and by your clothing it will be obvious you are not Parisian. They never bother me and Ive never been robbed nor has a single person I know."Another user shared, "In the last 2 years, I've stopped two pickpockets in the subway. In one case, they were reaching into someone's backpack and in the other for a phone in a loose back pocket. The strategy is to keep [your] items in places that are difficult to access."Said a different person, "Stay alert in touristy areas, keep your bag in front of you on the Metro, and avoid engaging with strangers who approach you (anyone)."AMERICAN OFFICIALS WARN NIGERIAN WOMEN AGAINST BIRTH TOURISM: 'THIS IS NOT PERMITTED'One person wrote, "Be mindful. Carry bags that close, wear a cross-body bag, keep all zippers closed, dont flash cash or jewelry. And if a stranger approaches you to hold something or offers to take your photo, walk away."Said yet another person, "I'm staggered how many tourists I see on the Metro with a backpack on. Makes it so easy for pickpockets to steal from them."A Redditor wrote, "The [number] of people I watched on their phones by the doors of the trains was staggering and does present an opportunistic grab-and-run scenario. Dont do that."Each year some 2,000 Americans report their passports stolen or lost in Paris, according to the U.S. Embassy in France.The Embassy and Consulate in France have a whole page dedicated to "Pickpockets in Paris."Says the site, "The first rule of thumb is dont have anything more in your wallet than you are willing to lose."The embassy also advises bringing only one credit card or ATM card along and only one piece of identification.For more Lifestyle articles, visit foxnews.com/lifestyleTravelers are also advised not to bring along more than $50 to $60 in cash.Tourist spots such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame and the Champs-Elyses are areas where visitors are most likely to be pickpocketed, according to the embassy."Americans in Paris should be particularly alert to thieves who commonly work near tourist attractions such as museums, monuments, restaurants, hotels, beaches, trains, train stations, airports, subways and target vehicles with non-local license plates," the embassy cautions.The embassy also discusses the different tactics pickpocketers use, whether on the street or on public transportation.If riding the Metro, the embassy says that "the most popular is the crush-and-grab. You will be swarmed by several people all trying to get on or off.""While they are pushing you, they are also picking your pockets," notes the advisory.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER"Another trick is to grab the purse of someone sitting right by the door and to hop off just as the doors are closing."Pickpocketers most frequently use a distraction technique on the streets."Two or more people will approach you and ask for directions, try to sell you stuff or just crowd you. While you are occupied with one person, another is picking your pocket," the embassy says.Travelers should also watch out for something getting spilled or thrown on them, as a criminal may offer to help clean up while another person picks your pocket.The Consular Section of the Embassy has information on how to replace certain items which have been stolen or lost.

Aurora, Colorado, police apprehended a suspect Monday morning in connection with a weekend shooting that left one woman dead and another critically injured. Authorities identified the man as a Venezuelan national who is reportedly in the U.S. without legal status.Authorities had been searching for 30-year-old Michel Jordan Castellano-Fonseca following the early Sunday morning shooting at an apartment located in north-central Aurora. At the time of the incident, five children ranging from ages 1 to 15 were also inside the apartment.Castellano-Fonseca was taken into custody around 6 a.m. near Mississippi Avenue and Chambers Road, according to an Aurora Police Department spokesperson."The Aurora Police Department is dedicated to eliminating gun violence in our community and remains determined to hold offenders accountable," the department stated, noting that officers had been working nonstop to track down the suspect.TWO ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS CHARGED IN NYC SHOOTING OF OFF-DUTY CBP OFFICERAurora Police Chief Todd Chamberlain called the attack "a tragedy that never should have happened," and stressed the importance of inter-agency cooperation and access to technology to prevent and respond to violent crimes."This was a heartbreaking and preventable loss of life," Chamberlain said at a Monday press briefing. "The individual responsible should never have been in the United States."Chamberlain identified Castellano-Fonseca as a Venezuelan national who entered the U.S. illegally in 2023, first settling in Florida before relocating to Aurora. He added that the suspect had not initiated any process to obtain legal residency or citizenship. While the suspect was previously cited in Florida for a traffic violation, no other legal action was taken at that time.AMERICANS AT RISK 'ANYWHERE' AFTER 6 ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS ARE CHARGED IN MOTHER'S MURDER: CONGRESSMANChamberlain shared further details about the shooting, suggesting it likely stemmed from a domestic violence incident.According to investigators, the chain of events began Saturday evening, when the suspect, allegedly under the influence of cocaine and alcohol, left the apartment and contacted someone to help him acquire a firearm. Police believe he test-fired the weapon from a vehicle near East Mississippi Avenue and South Chambers Road before returning to the apartment around 3 a.m.When he arrived, a 15-year-old girl answered the door. Castellano-Fonseca allegedly forced his way inside as the women and children attempted to take shelter in a bathroom. According to Chamberlain, the suspect followed them and fired shots, striking two women in the head one of whom died at the scene. The surviving woman remains hospitalized in critical condition."Five children ages 1, 6, 7, 9 and 15 were subjected to something no child should ever witness," Chamberlain said.SIX MIGRANTS CHARGED IN SC MOMS MURDER DETAILED CRIME IN EERIE MESSAGES: JUST THE BEGINNINGPolice said the children were not physically harmed during the shooting.After the shooting, Castellano-Fonseca fled in a green Acura MDX SUV with Colorado license plate CV0668. Police issued a public alert, describing him as "armed and dangerous."Investigators utilized surveillance systems to trace the suspects vehicle and movements. He was eventually located at a Taco Bell, where he was arrested without incident.Chamberlain reiterated that the suspect had a history of violence and accused him of endangering the lives of those he claimed to care for. "This person is now off the streets and in custody," he said.While authorities confirmed that the residents of the apartment were also Venezuelan immigrants, their legal status remains unclear. Victim support services are currently working with them.Chamberlain also spoke on the broader challenges facing law enforcement, including the influx of immigrants to Aurora and the tension between local and federal authorities regarding immigration enforcement.He criticized current restrictions that limit local police cooperation with federal agencies like ICE, particularly following recent legal actions by Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser."Officers are afraid of being penalized just for cooperating with federal partners," Chamberlain said. "Thats a serious concern for local law enforcement trying to deal with rising crime. We are not here to target immigrants. We are here to hold criminals accountable."

Teddy Bridgewater is making another NFL comeback, asTampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht confirmed the teams plans to sign him.Bridgewater, 32, is coming out of retirement for the second time to joinBaker Mayfield and Kyle Trask. Licht confirmed to reporters on Tuesday that Bridgewater was in Tampa for a visit and that while no deal is official, the "intention" is to sign him."We had some discussions about it, that itd be a nice addition to the [quarterback] room, good for Baker. Experienced guy, obviously a smart, hell of high school coach hell of a coach in general. But just a good addition just to have that wealth of experience there."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEW.COMLicht did not say that Bridgewater would step in to serve as the backup over Trask, but did say that the competition is still open.Bridgewater has played 10 seasons in the NFL, predominately with theMinnesota Vikings, who he was selected by in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He also spent time with the New York Jets, New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers, Denver Broncos and the Miami Dolphins.NFL WORLD RUSHES TO DEFENSE OF TEDDY BRIDGEWATER AFTER STAR QB SUSPENDED FROM HIGH SCHOOL COACHING JOBIn 2023, he announced his plans to retire, which he officially did in early 2024. He went on to pursue coaching football at his former high school in Miami, where he led the team to a Class 3A state championship last season.Bridgewater came out of retirement in Decemberto join the Detroit Lions in their playoff pursuit. He is 33-32 as a starter and has totaled 15,120 yards, 75 touchdowns, 47 interceptions and has a 90.5 passer rating.Last month, Bridgewater was suspended from coaching his former high school team for providing players with financial benefits. He questioned the suspension, adding in a Facebook post that he "self reported." He also said in the post, "I'm not going anywhere."The Associated Press contributed to this report.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X, and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Teddi Mellencamp is reflecting on her past mistakes.During an appearance on Tuesday's episode of "The Jamie Kern Lima Show" podcast, Mellencamp who was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer earlier this year opened up about the alleged affair she had with her horse trainer while married to her husband Edwin Arroyave."I've never talked about it at all, just because of the kids, and I've never wanted anybody to have a guarantee whether it happened or didn't happen, but what I can say is, did I do things that hurt other people? Yes," Mellencamp said, referring to her alleged affair with Simon Schroeder.TEDDI MELLENCAMP SHARES CANCER TREATMENT THAT WORKED FOR HER IN BATTLE WITH DEADLY DISEASE"To this day, does it still hurt my heart and I wonder if that's why I got cancer? Yes, like it was my payback," she said. "Nothing goes without payment.""However long it was ... it was all over the press, it was everywhere. You're trying to minimize everybody's pain. You end up maximizing it," she continued. "Because now not only do you have yourself, you have your significant other, your kids, the other person's significant other, their kids."Mellencamp admitted "so many people" were hurt "in the wreckage.""But I can say this from knowing the wreckage doesn't happen on its own," she said, adding that "it never had happened to me.""I think I was so broken as a human being during that part of my life that I did things out of my better judgment," she said, explaining that she was "so sick.""Remember how I told you there was like months of headaches and stuff like that? I was looking for comfort anywhere I [could] get it," she continued."I felt so much pain. I felt so sick. I didn't go to the doctors. I just felt some certain kind of way. And the pain was so much that I had gotten to the point of like, almost hating waking up in the morning, which I had never been that kind of person," she added.LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSA representative for Mellencamp did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.Rumors of an affair between Mellencamp and Schroeder began to unravel in November 2024, shortly after Mellencamp filed for divorce from Arroyave.The estranged couple put a pause to their separation as Mellencamp continues her cancer treatment."I always knew he'd do the right thing by me," Mellencamp said during the podcast. "If he wanted to, he could still be filing and finishing this divorce off right now. But, my dad [musicianJohn Mellencamp] and family just said like, 'I don't think this is the right thing for her to be able to try to navigate right now or figure out.' It was like, 'Yeah, of course. No, we'll wait. We'll wait until she's better, and then well figure it out.'"CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER"To this day, I don't hate Edwin," she said. "I just want him to be happy, and I want our kids to be happy, and I want us to be able to have a good friendship and relationship, and I don't want to do anything to hurt him.I kind of know how our marriage works."Mellencamp was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer earlier this year after her melanoma metastasized in her brain and lungs. She underwent surgery to remove several masses and has been receiving immunotherapy and radiation.The "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" alum has been vocal about her diagnosis and multiple subsequent treatments, using her platform to raise awareness about the deadly skin cancer.Last month, the 44-year-old opened up about how doctors missed a crucial step in her melanoma monitoring process, despite her regular visits."When you go to a doctor, you just assume thats it. Im doing what Im supposed to do," Mellencamp told Glamour. "At first, I didnt even really do the research on melanoma because I didnt want to know all of the bad things.""Theres a difference between self-diagnosing yourself and being an advocate for your own health," she told the outlet. "I never really thought about it because I was like, I go to a doctor every three months. Why wouldnt they get me checked?"According to Mellencamp, her highest-stage melanoma was a stage one lesion in her shoulder.Since her previous diagnoses hadnt exceeded stage one, doctors allegedly made the call to forgo full-body scanssomething Mellencamp now believes was a major misstep as they didn't catch her melanoma spreading."When I finally followed up on it, they were like, We didnt do the scans, because you didnt have anything above a stage one on your body," she recalled. "But look what happened."Fox News Digital's Stephanie Giang-Paunon contributed to this report.

Denise Richards reportedly showed up unannounced at her estranged husband's home amid the couple's fiery divorce.The "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star claimed Aaron Phypers had "put down" one of her dogs without her permission, prompting her to show up.Richards' lawyer, Brett Berman, told People that the reality TV star "did not violate a restraining order" by showing up to Phypers' home, explaining, "On August 3, 2025, after confirming that Mr. Phypers was not present in her home, Ms. Richards entered the home to retrieve her dogs after learning that Mr. Phypers had put down one of her other dogs without her knowledge or permission."A source close to Phypers told People that Berman's statement is "100 percent, absolutely false." The source also claimed that Richards was "screaming and banging on the door of the home to get inside, and when Phypers heard her voice, he left through a side door."DENISE RICHARDS' ESTRANGED HUSBAND FIRES BACK AT VIOLENT ABUSE ALLEGATIONSThe Lost Hills Sheriff's Department responded to a call around 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, the outlet reported. After finding no "evidence that a crime occurred," authorities left the property.Fox News Digital reached out for additional comment.A judge granted Richards' request for a temporary restraining order against Phypers amid their ongoing divorce on July 17."Throughout our relationship, Aaron would frequently violently choke me, violently squeeze my head with both hands, tightly squeeze my arms, violently slap me in my face and head, aggressively slam my head into the bathroom towel rack, threaten to kill me, hold me down with his knee on my back to the point where I would have to plead with him to get off me so that he would not kill me and hack into my laptop and phone and download all of my text messages," Richards claimed in the documents, filed on July 16."Aaron regularly threatened to break my jaw and would cry, beg me to stay, and promise to get help none of which ever happened. Aaron has caused me at least three concussions.""Until now, I have been afraid to report Aaron to the police or file for a restraining order because he has repeatedly threatened to kill himself and me if I reported him to the police, among his other threats of harm to me and himself if he is reported for his abuse to anyone," Richards continued.Additionally, said Richards, Phypers "threatened that I would disappear if I called the police."LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSPhypers denied all allegations of mental or physical abuse in a statement at the time."I want to address recent rumors and speculation that have surfaced regarding my relationship with my wife, Denise Richards," he told People. "Let me be unequivocally clear: I have never physically or emotionally abused Denise or anyone. These accusations are completely false and deeply hurtful. Denise and I, like many couples, have faced our share of challenges, but any suggestion of abuse is categorically untrue. I have always tried to approach our marriage with love, patience, and respect."He concluded, "I ask for privacy as we navigate personal matters, and I hope that the public and media will refrain from spreading harmful and baseless claims."CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTERPhypers filed for divorce from Richards on July 7. He cited irreconcilable differences and is seeking spousal support from the "Real Housewives" star.Shortly after filing for divorce, Phypers accused Richards of having an affair and a drug addiction in a letter sent to family and friends.The letter, obtained by Page Six, apparently emphasized the need for an "intervention."Fox News Digital's Christina Dugan Ramirez contributed to this report.

Veteran driver Chris Raschke died on Sunday after he lost control of his vehicle while traveling at a speed of 283 mph in an attempt to set a record at the famed Bonneville Salt Flats inUtah, event organizers confirmed. He was 60.The Southern California Timing Association (SCTA), which hosts SpeedWeek at the Bonneville Salt Flats, released a statement confirming Raschkes death."At approximately 3:03 p.m. Mountain Time today, driver Chris Raschke. age 60, was attemptinga speed record and lost control of his land speed vehicle at approximately the 2 1/2 mile. Chris was treated by medical professionals at the scene. Unfortunately, Chris passed away from his injuries," the statement read.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEW.COMSCTA noted that the cause of the incident is under investigation. The Tooele County Sheriffs Office, which is investigating Raschkes death, did not immediately respond to Fox News Digitals request for comment.Sgt. Dane Lerdahl, a spokesman for the law enforcement agency, told The Associated Press, "We know it was an accident of some sort."Raschke had reportedly reached a speed of 283 mph while driving the "Speed Demon." The SCTA did not specify what record he was attempting to break, but according to Speed Demon Racings website, Raschkes top speed in the streamliner was 391 mph.MOTHER OF RISING MOTOCROSS STAR AIDAN ZINGG, 16, REVEALS CAUSE OF DEATH FOLLOWING FATAL MID-RACE CRASH"At this time, we ask everyone to please respect Chriss family, friends, and the Speed Demon team. We are deeply devastated," the team wrote in a statement on Facebook.The American Hot Rod Foundation also released a statement following Raschkes death, adding that he was "piloting the latest iteration of the Speed Demon streamliner when the crash occurred.""Chris was known to many as the face of ARP, but to those who knew him on the salt, he was someone who found the perfect balance of friendly and competitive. Never a usual combination and one that speaks to the quality of his character. We send our deepest sympathies to Chris family and friends."TheBonneville Salt Flats are located around 100 miles west of Salt Lake City and have, for decades, been utilized as racing grounds because of their glass-like surface. The first race there took place in 1914.The last known racing death at the flats occurred in 2016, when Sam Wheeler lost control of a high-performance bike. He crashed going 200 mph.The Associated Press contributed to this report.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X, and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

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Senate Republicans are mulling whether to go nuclear after negotiations with Senate Democrats to ram through President Donald Trumps nominees fell apart over the weekend.The path to confirming dozens of Trumps outstanding nominees was destroyed when the president accused Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., of "political extortion," and charged that the Democratic leaders asking price for nominees was too high.TRUMP TELLS SCHUMER TO 'GO TO HELL' OVER SENATE NOMINEE DEAL FUNDING DEMANDS AFTER NEGOTIATIONS COLLAPSENow, lawmakers have left Washington without a deal to bundle dozens of nominees that made it through committee with bipartisan support, and a change to how the Senate handles the confirmation process is on the horizon.Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, R-Wyo., berated Schumer and Senate Democrats for their "unprecedented" blocks of the presidents nominees, and noted that every pick had been filibustered save for Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who glided through the Senate earlier this year. "We have been working through the list, but there is still a large backlog because of the unprecedented filibuster by the Democrats of every nominee," Barrasso said. "And if they dont change their behavior, were going to have to change how things are done here, because a president needs to have his or her team in place."DEMS DIG IN, TRUMP DEMANDS ALL: NOMINEE FIGHT BOILS OVER IN SENATE AS GOP LOOKS FOR A DEALUnder normal circumstances, changing the rules in the Senate would require 67 votes, meaning that Senate Democrats would have to be on board with a change. However, there is a path that lawmakers refer to as the nuclear option, which allows for rules changes to only need a simple majority.There is the political will among Republicans to change the rules, but doing so would open the door for Senate Democrats to do the same when they get into power once more."I think that way is going to happen anyways, because of what Schumer has done. He's forced this, and it's ridiculous that he's doing this," Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., said. "And so, whatever, we're at this point, and we'll do, you know what they say, every action requires an equal [reaction], and that's what we're at right now."Some of the options on the table include shortening the debate time for nominees, getting rid of procedural votes for some lower-level nominees, grouping certain civilian nominees "en bloc" something that is already done for military nominees and, at the committee level, deciding whether to lower the number of nominees subject to the confirmation process.GRIDLOCK CRUMBLES AS SENATE ADVANCES SPENDING BILLS IN RACE AGAINST SHUTDOWNCurrently, over 1,200 positions go through Senate confirmation. Senate Republicans have been able to confirm over 130 of Trumps picks so far, but had a loftier goal of doing at least 60 more before leaving town until September.And there are over 140 nominees still pending on the Senates calendar."I think they're desperately in need of change," Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., told reporters. "I think that the last six months have demonstrated that this process, nominations, is broken. And so I expect there will be some good robust conversations about that."As to when lawmakers will try to run with a rules change is still in the air. The Senate is gone from Washington until early September and will return to a looming deadline to avert a partial government shutdown.Before leaving town, the Senate did advance a trio of spending bills a first in the upper chamber since 2018 but those same bills are unlikely to pass muster in the House, given that they spend at higher levels than the ones greenlit by the House GOP.Ramming a rules change through without Democrats could also come at a price for government funding negotiations. Schumer said a possible rules change would be a "huge mistake" for Republicans to do on their own."Because when they go at it alone, they screw up for the American people and for themselves," he said.When asked if there were any possible rule changes that he and Senate Democrats could agree to, Schumer said, "We should be working together on legislation to get things done for the American people.""That's the way to go, not changing the rules, because when they change the rules, they say, Only we're going to decide what's good for the American people, and every time they do that, the American people lose," Schumer said.Still, Republicans were unhappy with the way negotiations devolved after days of back and forth."We actually, we wanted a deal," Mullin said. "And these people deserve to be put in position they're going to say that we're trying to do a nuclear option. The fact is, they Schumer went nuclear a long time."