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California Reps Demand Congress Reconvene Amid Ongoing Shutdown

11/1/2025

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California Representatives Scott Peters (D) and Kevin Kiley (R) urged House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to reconvene Congress as the government shutdown extends into its second month.
Peters criticized sending lawmakers home, noting that previous shutdowns required daily discussions in Washington.
Kiley echoed the frustration, stating the prolonged break hinders progress.
During a House GOP conference call, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) criticized Johnson's management amid backlog concerns.

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California Representatives Scott Peters (D) and Kevin Kiley (R) urged House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to reconvene Congress as the government shutdown extends into its second month.
Peters criticized sending lawmakers home, noting that previous shutdowns required daily discussions in Washington.
Kiley echoed the frustration, stating the prolonged break hinders progress.
During a House GOP conference call, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) criticized Johnson's management amid backlog concerns.