Congresswoman Tenney’s Statement on Democrat-Led Government Shutdown

Washington, DC - Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24)After Senate Democrats blocked a clean Continuing Resolution (CR) to extend the funding deadline, the federal government officially shut down. Congresswoman Claudia Tenney issued the following statement:

"House Republicans did our job. We passed a clean, bipartisan continuing resolution to keep the government open, protect paychecks for our troops, Border Patrol agents, TSA officers, and air traffic controllers, while ensuring essential services continue for the American people. Democrats chose political theater over the people they represent and voted to shut the government down," said Congresswoman Claudia Tenney.

"By voting no, Democrats turned their backs on our service members, veterans, and all our federal law enforcement officers. Instead, they are demanding a reckless $1.5 trillion partisan spending spree, slashing rural hospital funding, forcing taxpayers to bankroll healthcare for illegal immigrants, funneling billions into foreign DEI programs, and handing $500 million to liberal media outlets. This is irresponsible and dangerous.

A short-term clean CR simply extends funding for seven weeks to give Congress time to finish Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations. Democrats voted for this same kind of measure 13 times under Joe Biden without a single shutdown. The only difference now is President Trump. To oppose him and advance their radical agenda, they are holding the government hostage," continued Congresswoman Claudia Tenney.

"House Republicans remain committed to governing responsibly. We voted to keep the lights on, safeguard essential services, and protect taxpayers' hard-earned dollars. Democrats must explain to the American people why they chose chaos over common sense," concluded Congresswoman Claudia Tenney.

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