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Republicans Blast Democrats for Using Shutdown to Push Healthcare

10/24/2025

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House Republican leaders condemn Democrats for using the ongoing government shutdown as leverage to push their healthcare agenda.
Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX), chair of the Republican Study Committee, condemned Clark's admission as a "calculated hostage-taking" of American families.
Rep. Katherine Clark (D-MA) acknowledged the shutdown's suffering but argued it is a crucial moment to push for healthcare discussions, blaming Republicans for refusing to negotiate.
The shutdown is now in its 23rd day after Senate Democrats rejected the GOP's funding bill for the 12th time.

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House Republican leaders condemn Democrats for using the ongoing government shutdown as leverage to push their healthcare agenda.
Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX), chair of the Republican Study Committee, condemned Clark's admission as a "calculated hostage-taking" of American families.
Rep. Katherine Clark (D-MA) acknowledged the shutdown's suffering but argued it is a crucial moment to push for healthcare discussions, blaming Republicans for refusing to negotiate.
The shutdown is now in its 23rd day after Senate Democrats rejected the GOP's funding bill for the 12th time.