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John Barrasso: “A functioning government Democrat brand means more to them…”

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The Schumer Shutdown is Cruel and Heartless

Published November 7, 2025 | Video Starts at 02:56

He said in an interview just yesterday with Punchbowl News, Senator Murphy said reopening the government would do, he said, substantial damage to the Democrats brand. There you have it. Bad for the brand. A functioning government Democrat brand means more to them than 42 million hungry Americans. The Democrat brand means more to them than military families who aren't getting paid. The Democrat brand means more to them than safety in the skies. (02:56–03:05)

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Asserts Democrats prioritize their brand over feeding 42 million Americans.

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