Congressman Gimenez on Government Shutdown: House CR, Senate Approval, and Party Games

Government Shutdown Showdown

• ⏰ With the midnight deadline approaching, leaders from both parties met with President Trump, but no deal was reached regarding a potential government shutdown.
• 💡 Congressman Carlos Gimenez explained that the House passed a clean CR (Continuing Resolution), which is essentially an extension to keep the government operating as is.

Impact of a Shutdown

• 🚫 While essential federal workers like TSA, military, and air traffic control will continue working, non-essential employees such as state park and IRS staff, and federal program administrators, will be affected.
• ⚠️ Gimenez stated that Democrats are perceived as playing games by wanting to attach policy riders and increase spending significantly.

Political Stance and Senate Action

• 🗣️ Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized House Republicans, stating they are on vacation and would rather shut down the government than protect American healthcare.
• 🤝 The House's clean CR, aiming for a month-and-a-half extension, now awaits Senate approval, which will require the support of seven Democrats.