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Connecticut Leaders Urge Bipartisan Action Amid Shutdown Crisis

10/12/2025

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Rep. Jim Himes and Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) discussed U.S. responses to Ukraine and the ongoing government shutdown.
Himes criticized President Trump’s policies as lacking real action against Russia.
Murphy urged action on rising healthcare premiums and condemned Republicans for boycotting negotiations.
Murphy said the shutdown harms Connecticut families and federal workers financially.
Both officials called for bipartisan efforts to resolve these issues.

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Rep. Jim Himes and Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) discussed U.S. responses to Ukraine and the ongoing government shutdown.
Himes criticized President Trump’s policies as lacking real action against Russia.
Murphy urged action on rising healthcare premiums and condemned Republicans for boycotting negotiations.
Murphy said the shutdown harms Connecticut families and federal workers financially.
Both officials called for bipartisan efforts to resolve these issues.