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Fetterman Slams Government Shutdown, Prioritizes Workers' Rights

3/15/2026

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Senator John Fetterman (Democrat) criticized the partial government shutdown that affects federal employees and TSA and FEMA.
He said he is the only Democrat who opposed shutting down Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Fetterman asked, "Why would you want to punish all of these workers?"
Democrats are pushing for new restrictions on ICE after fatal incidents involving federal law enforcement.
Fetterman advocates prioritizing workers and national security over party demands.

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Senator John Fetterman (Democrat) criticized the partial government shutdown that affects federal employees and TSA and FEMA.
He said he is the only Democrat who opposed shutting down Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Fetterman asked, "Why would you want to punish all of these workers?"
Democrats are pushing for new restrictions on ICE after fatal incidents involving federal law enforcement.
Fetterman advocates prioritizing workers and national security over party demands.