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Democrats Challenge Trump's 'Radical Left' Shutdown Claims

10/8/2025

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Democrats challenge partisan language used by the Trump administration during the government shutdown.
The phrase "Radical Left Democrat Shutdown" appears on federal websites and emails.
Todd Achilles filed a complaint with the U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) alleging a Hatch Act violation.
The American Federation of Government Employees has sued the Department of Education over similar language.

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Story summary

Democrats challenge partisan language used by the Trump administration during the government shutdown.
The phrase "Radical Left Democrat Shutdown" appears on federal websites and emails.
Todd Achilles filed a complaint with the U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) alleging a Hatch Act violation.
The American Federation of Government Employees has sued the Department of Education over similar language.