Congressman Buddy Carter on Government Shutdown, Obamacare, and John Fetterman

Government Shutdown Resolution

• 📌 The effort to reopen the government is nearing its end, with a House vote expected soon.
• ⚠️ House Democrats, led by Hakeem Jeffries, initially sought to include Obamacare subsidies in the reopening bill, a stance previously opposed by Republicans.
• ✅ Congressman Buddy Carter expresses strong confidence that Republicans have the votes to pass the legislation to reopen the government.

Criticism of Democratic Leadership

• 🎯 Carter criticizes Senate Democrats and Chuck Schumer for using federal employees, troops, SNAP, and WIC beneficiaries as "pawns" to "blackmail Americans" during the shutdown.
• 🗣️ He describes the Democrats' actions as "despicable and disgusting" and calls for an end to the "Schumer OAF shutdown."

Obamacare and Healthcare Reform

• 🏥 Carter argues that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is "not working" because it requires federal subsidies, indicating a need for a "restart" on healthcare policy.
• 🤝 He suggests that some temporary extensions of ACA subsidies might be necessary to lower premiums, but emphasizes the long-term unsustainability of the current system.

Leadership and Political Positioning

• 📊 Carter believes the Republican party is better positioned for the future, contrasting their actions with the Senate Democrats' repeated votes to keep the government closed.
• 🇺🇸 He highlights that House Republicans have passed continuing resolutions to reopen the government, ensuring troops are paid and SNAP/WIC beneficiaries are supported.

Georgia Senate Race and Values

• 🗳️ Carter frames his potential Senate race against John Fetterman (referred to as John Oaf) as a choice between representing Georgia's values and Fetterman's perceived lack of alignment.
• 🇮🇱 He criticizes Fetterman for not consistently supporting Israel and for voting against prohibiting biological males in girls' sports.
• 🤝 Carter pledges to support President Trump and his "America First" policies, which he believes resonate with Georgia voters.