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Johnson Blasts Democrats as 'Far-Left Marxists' Amid Shutdown

10/17/2025

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Mike Johnson, the House Speaker (R-La.), said Democrats are dominated by far-left 'Marxists' amid the shutdown and accused Schumer's caucus of prolonging the standoff for political gain.
Johnson argued Democrats must embrace extreme left ideas to stay relevant, noting Schumer faces challenges from Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Zohran Mamdani.
Schumer countered Johnson's critique, saying the House has been in recess for three weeks while the Senate's fiscal issues remain unresolved.

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Mike Johnson, the House Speaker (R-La.), said Democrats are dominated by far-left 'Marxists' amid the shutdown and accused Schumer's caucus of prolonging the standoff for political gain.
Johnson argued Democrats must embrace extreme left ideas to stay relevant, noting Schumer faces challenges from Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Zohran Mamdani.
Schumer countered Johnson's critique, saying the House has been in recess for three weeks while the Senate's fiscal issues remain unresolved.