WATCH: Johnson urges Democrats to end shutdown with union providing political ‘cover’
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.
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