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White House Blames Democrats for 43-Day Shutdown Crisis

11/13/2025

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The White House criticized Democrats for prolonging the government shutdown for 43 days.
Karoline Leavitt, White House press secretary, said the shutdown led to billions in lost economic activity and disrupted essential services.
Millions of Americans faced delays in paychecks and food assistance.
The Senate is expected to vote on a bipartisan funding bill to temporarily extend government operations.
Polls indicate that a majority of Americans hold both parties responsible.

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The White House criticized Democrats for prolonging the government shutdown for 43 days.
Karoline Leavitt, White House press secretary, said the shutdown led to billions in lost economic activity and disrupted essential services.
Millions of Americans faced delays in paychecks and food assistance.
The Senate is expected to vote on a bipartisan funding bill to temporarily extend government operations.
Polls indicate that a majority of Americans hold both parties responsible.