Would this be a valid use of taxpayer funds and can Congress do anything about it? Well, it's a completely and totally invalid use of taxpayer funds. The irony of it all is, is that The government is shut down right now. It remains shuttered because Donald Trump and Republicans are unwilling to find the resources necessary to extend the Affordable Care act tax credits and prevent tens of millions of people from experiencing dramatically increased premiums, co pays and deductibles. (01:19–01:22)
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