Two Democratic senators said Wednesday they will oppose a House plan to fund the government, creating an increasingly uphill path in that chamber.

He argued that Republicans must either "accept the bipartisanship deal that is on the table or turn their backs on the American people.”

Udall said the House bill is "irresponsible" and Congress must "stop kicking the can down the road." Udall said the House bill is "irresponsible" and Congress must "stop kicking the can down the road."

"President Trump and the Republicans have a choice: They can either come to the table and negotiate in good faith on a responsible funding agreement and protection for DREAMers — or they can cause a government shutdown," he said, referring to DACA recipients.

Congress has until the end of Friday to pass a funding bill and prevent a government shutdown.

The House GOP is pitching a bill that will fund the government through mid-February and includes a six-year reauthorization of the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

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But they are under growing pressure to oppose the short-term bill without a deal on the so-called Dreamers after the Trump administration kicked the issue to Congress last year by ending the DACA program.

Several have said they will vote "no" on legislation this week.

Each of the four senators voted "yes" in December.