Summary
Mike Johnson criticized Democratic senators for the ongoing government shutdown, which has lasted 28 days. He pointed out that Democrats have support from a federal workers union urging them to reopen the government. Democrats want Republicans to agree to keep health care subsidies to help manage rising insurance costs.
Key Facts
- The government shutdown is in its 28th day, making it the second longest shutdown.
- Mike Johnson is asking Democrats to end the shutdown.
- Johnson mentioned that the largest federal workers union supports reopening the government.
- Democrats are pushing for the continuation of health care subsidies.
- Rising insurance premiums are a concern for millions of Americans.
- Johnson has not called the House into session during the shutdown.
