Summary
Senator Ron Johnson, a Republican from Wisconsin, expressed frustration over federal government shutdowns, criticizing both parties for using these situations to increase spending. He proposed a law to prevent shutdowns by automatically funding the government at previous levels if new funding isn't agreed upon. The current shutdown is partly due to disagreements over health care spending.
Key Facts
- Senator Ron Johnson spoke about government shutdowns and blamed both Republicans and Democrats for increased spending.
- He referred to the term "uniparty" to describe how both parties handle spending during shutdowns.
- The government remains shut down because the Senate hasn't passed a new spending bill.
- Republicans want a short-term spending bill, while Democrats want extended health care subsidies and to reverse some health cuts.
- Over 20 million people rely on the subsidies that Democrats want to extend.
- Johnson criticized the Affordable Care Act, calling it poorly designed.
- He proposed the Eliminate Shutdowns Act to avoid shutdowns by continuing past funding until a new budget is approved.
