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For the Record: US Rep Bryan Steil talks government shutdown

Published October 19, 2025 | Video Starts at 08:08

And so the work is in the United States Senate to find 60 votes. Frustratingly, Chuck Schumer and the Democrats are utilizing the filibuster to prevent the government from being funded. They're holding pay for essential workers hostage to try to drive their political agenda. It's all about putting politics in front of people. The House has done its job. It's now time for the Senate to do their job. Well, thank you for your time, Congressman. (08:08–08:15)

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Asserts that Democrats are withholding pay for essential workers to advance their political agenda.

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