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Rep. Houlahan Confronts Speaker Johnson Amid Ongoing Shutdown

11/6/2025

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During a press conference on November 5, 2025, Rep. Chrissy Houlahan confronted House Speaker Mike Johnson about the shutdown.
Houlahan demanded negotiations and said Johnson misrepresented the Democrats' role.
Johnson said he engaged with Democratic leaders and noted Democrats voted against a clean funding bill.
The clash underscored tensions as the 36th day of the shutdown extended its length amid Democratic gains and U.S. President Donald Trump leads the administration.

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During a press conference on November 5, 2025, Rep. Chrissy Houlahan confronted House Speaker Mike Johnson about the shutdown.
Houlahan demanded negotiations and said Johnson misrepresented the Democrats' role.
Johnson said he engaged with Democratic leaders and noted Democrats voted against a clean funding bill.
The clash underscored tensions as the 36th day of the shutdown extended its length amid Democratic gains and U.S. President Donald Trump leads the administration.