WashPost: Dems Holding Govt 'Hostage;' End Shutdown Now

The Washington Post criticizes Senate Democrats for holding the federal government hostage over Affordable Care Act tax subsidies, causing a month-long shutdown. The shutdown's impact is starting to affect regular Americans, with food stamp benefits at risk. Pressure is mounting on Democrats to reconsider their strategy, as elections approach and major federal worker unions demand an end to the shutdown. All eyes are on Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, who faces a natural deadline with Congress's upcoming Veterans Day break. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.