But, you know, the members, including Republicans, are more responsible. Right. Because we have to be. Like you said, If we don't do it, you shut down the government. No other committee has that jurisdiction. And I noticed many of the more established members who I have respected working with over the years were pretty silent during this process. Right. Because I think they know it's wrong. (30:05–30:09)
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Asserts that the Appropriations Committee is responsible for preventing government shutdowns, a unique jurisdiction.
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