Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) said on Friday “MSNBC reports” that President Donald Trump has already shut down the government, so Democrats should not vote to fund it. Ta.
“What we have to do in Congress is a branch that funds the government and funds the Department of Justice, and guardrails and protections for this and that funding is coming,” Swalwell said. I know. How, in just a few weeks.”
“There was a lot of conversation about Democrats being able to capitalize on their positions here, so I'm happy you asked about the funding. Usually Republicans are Democrats opening their government.” They need Democrats to help them stay and continue their funds. What leverage points are they pleased with what Democrats are using? It's comfortable shutting down the government And what will end? What should we extract from these negotiations?”
Swalwell said, “Donald Trump is now shutting down the government. He has shut down federal aid that is supposed to go to the organization. He is shutting down the FBI by attacking agents. He has forced resignation. He is shutting down the CIA in. He is shutting down the aid that is supposed to go out and help people. Democrats want to keep the government open. So our leverage is what we offer It's not about doing it, it's about talking for yourself, not for others. I'm not about to offer a vote that allows for further shutdowns.”
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