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Shutdown Threatens Healthcare for 15 Million Amid Political Standoff

10/11/2025

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The federal government shutdown continues, threatening healthcare for 15 million and food aid for 4 million.
Rep. Pramila Jayapal and Rep. Marilyn Strickland criticized Republicans for refusing to negotiate funding bills, citing harm to federal workers.
Republicans, led by Vice President JD Vance, say Democrats politicize healthcare by seeking services for undocumented immigrants.
The debate underscores a divide over Medicaid funding and its impact on American families.

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The federal government shutdown continues, threatening healthcare for 15 million and food aid for 4 million.
Rep. Pramila Jayapal and Rep. Marilyn Strickland criticized Republicans for refusing to negotiate funding bills, citing harm to federal workers.
Republicans, led by Vice President JD Vance, say Democrats politicize healthcare by seeking services for undocumented immigrants.
The debate underscores a divide over Medicaid funding and its impact on American families.