Democrats Warn of Looming Government Shutdown, Slam GOP Spending Plans

Democratic leaders, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, are uniting to oppose Republican-led spending bills, warning that these measures could lead to a government shutdown. Jeffries has been vocal in criticizing the GOP's budget proposals, calling them reckless, immoral, and a threat to essential programs like Medicaid. Democrats argue that the Republican agenda prioritizes the wealthy at the expense of ordinary Americans and risks severe backlash from voters. They are urging Senate Democrats to hold firm against the GOP's fiscal blueprint and emphasize the need for bipartisan cooperation to avoid a shutdown. The standoff highlights deep partisan divisions over government funding and social safety net programs.