Senate Democrats hope McConnell will `` cut through the clutter '' of GOP positions . The White House has been pushing for a vote on its tax plan in Congress before Christmas, but it is unclear whether that would be enough to win over skeptical Republicans. The President `` rejected '' House GOP proposal , Republican lawmaker says . House Republicans have been sidelined .
Senate Democrats hope McConnell will `` cut through the clutter '' of GOP positions . No agreements , but senators of both parties offer positive words . The President `` rejected '' House GOP proposal , Republican lawmaker says . House Republicans have been sidelined .