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Majority Leader Steve Scalise, the second-ranking official in the House, emphasized that the government remains operational, and the markets, for now, maintain their confidence. When asked whether Americans should worry about the shutdown impacting their wallets, Scalise hinted at potential concerns, but assured viewers that negotiations continue, and an eventual resolution is possible.
Congressional Feuds and Blame Game Intensify
The political landscape is chaotic, with Republicans and Democrats engaged in their typical finger-pointing match. House Speaker Mike Johnson recently held a press conference to lay out the Republican stance, criticizing Democrats for blocking efforts to keep the government open with a "clean CR" (Continuing Resolution).