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Carter Calls Shutdown "Inexcusable," Donates Pay to Affected Workers

3/30/2026

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Carter Supports Workers

Representative Carter (R-Ga.) attended his grandson's baseball game in Charlottesville, Virginia, during Congress's two-week Spring recess.
He described the shutdown as "inexcusable" and will donate his pay to federal workers affected by it.
Many federal employees face hardship as unpaid bills come due on April 1.
A call for photos of Congress members vacationing during the recess highlights the contrast with constituents' hardships.

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Seniors Navigate Airports

Older adults face luggage and stairs challenges at airports amid political turmoil affecting air travel.
Delta Air Lines operates the Atlanta-Washington route, a popular option for members of Congress.
Recent budget stalemates have caused chaos at airports.
Amtrak's Crescent route offers a more relaxed travel experience with easy boarding and spacious seating.
Georgia Senate Bill 482 threatens public access to police video footage.

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Carter Supports Workers

Representative Carter (R-Ga.) attended his grandson's baseball game in Charlottesville, Virginia, during Congress's two-week Spring recess.
He described the shutdown as "inexcusable" and will donate his pay to federal workers affected by it.
Many federal employees face hardship as unpaid bills come due on April 1.
A call for photos of Congress members vacationing during the recess highlights the contrast with constituents' hardships.

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