aligncare wrote (perceptively) above:
"Yes, Donald Trump got something from this deal with congress: Ryan and McConnell's attention."
I sense that that was one of the prime motivations for him having done so.
The message to Republicans is clear:
If you guys don't like this, then YOU do something, get Republican-based legislation passed. Work with me, and I'll work with you.
Otherwise, sit on your butts and shut up.
You're good for little else, anyway.