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Congress Nears Shutdown as Funding Vote Sparks Blame Game

10/7/2025

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Congress Funding Showdown

Congress faces a potential shutdown as a crucial funding vote looms on Monday.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R) and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D) blame the other party.
Democrats seek to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies; Republicans call any spending increases unnecessary.
Jeffries warns failure to extend subsidies would raise healthcare costs for millions.

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Johnson Blames Democrats

Mike Johnson (R-LA) blames Democrats for shutdown and says nothing to negotiate.
Former RNC Chair Michael Steele calls Johnson's remarks misleading, says Republicans aren't serious about ending the shutdown.
Democrats demand restoration of Affordable Care Act subsidies; Adelita Grijalva's vote could unlock Epstein-related documents.
Johnson won't swear in Grijalva; Steele says Johnson controls the schedule and must negotiate with all.

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Congress Funding Showdown

Congress faces a potential shutdown as a crucial funding vote looms on Monday.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R) and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D) blame the other party.
Democrats seek to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies; Republicans call any spending increases unnecessary.
Jeffries warns failure to extend subsidies would raise healthcare costs for millions.

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