Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Teixeira Blames Democrats for Government Shutdown Stalemate

10/16/2025

25 2

Summary

Story summary

Mark Teixeira, MLB star and congressional candidate, blames Democrats for the two-week shutdown.
He says the impasse stems from Democrats' refusal to negotiate.
Teixeira notes that elections have consequences.
He dismisses a poll blaming Republicans, asserting that "Trump derangement syndrome" shapes opinions.
Teixeira states Republicans are willing to negotiate but will not work with a party that threatens a shutdown.

1 of 1

Story summary

Mark Teixeira, MLB star and congressional candidate, blames Democrats for the two-week shutdown.
He says the impasse stems from Democrats' refusal to negotiate.
Teixeira notes that elections have consequences.
He dismisses a poll blaming Republicans, asserting that "Trump derangement syndrome" shapes opinions.
Teixeira states Republicans are willing to negotiate but will not work with a party that threatens a shutdown.