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Both leaders argue that the Democrats’ strategy appears to be deliberately prolonging the shutdown to serve political ends, especially with upcoming elections in mind. They refute claims that Democrats support extending Obamacare subsidies, asserting that Republicans are committed to reform and reducing costs.
The Call for Bipartisan Action
The leaders appeal for Democrats to "do their job," noting that the longer the shutdown persists, the more Americans are impacted—including veterans, women, children, and federal workers. They emphasize the importance of returning to a transparent, bipartisan appropriations process to fund programs efficiently and address pressing issues such as infrastructure, farm policy, and COVID-19 health subsidies.