And there isn't any substantive reason why there ought to be a government shutdown. This is something that has been done routinely, As I said, 13 different times when the Democrats have the majority. But We are not going to be held hostage for over a trillion dollars in new spending on a continuing resolution. nor are we going to be held hostage to allow illegals to get free health care in a continuing resolution. These are things that they're demanding as part of their so called negotiation. (00:28–00:35)
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