Summary
Representative Greg Casar, a Texas Democrat, is preparing for a potential government shutdown, emphasizing the need for Democrats to stand firm against actions by Donald Trump and Republicans. Casar stresses the importance of focusing on issues impacting working-class voters, highlighting proposed budget changes that could affect healthcare costs. Democrats and Republicans are currently at a standstill over government funding.
Key Facts
- Greg Casar is the chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus.
- The U.S. government may shut down if no funding agreement is reached by Wednesday at midnight.
- Democrats argue that Republicans control the major branches and should not expect automatic approval of their proposals.
- Donald Trump and Republicans claim Democrats are causing the shutdown by not agreeing to a funding bill.
- There is a scheduled meeting involving Trump and Democratic leaders to try to reach a funding deal.
- Casar criticizes Elon Musk's past role in the Trump administration's efficiency efforts, noting Musk's departure in May.
- Casar believes that Democrats should focus on protecting healthcare for Americans, per proposed budget changes.
- Casar emphasizes the need for the Democratic party to advocate for working-class interests in future elections.
