Republicans’ Shutdown Tactics: White House Blocks Blue State Funds
In response to the government shutdown, Republicans are threatening punitive measures against Democrats, including federal worker layoffs and freezing funding in blue states. House Speaker Mike Johnson warned of increased “pain,” while former President Trump explicitly endorsed partisan payback. The administration is implementing holds on infrastructure projects in New York and clean energy programs in several blue states. Some Republicans express concerns about these retaliatory actions potentially hindering a bipartisan agreement to reopen the government, as Democrats remain firm on extending health insurance subsidies.
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