Democrats, like Chuck Schumer, claimed the moral high ground on government shutdowns, calling them “reckless, irresponsible, and dangerous.” Today, they are guilty of the very thing they once condemned.
Two weeks ago, House Republicans passed a clean, bipartisan, responsible continuing resolution to keep the government open. President Trump and Republicans are united behind this commonsense plan to keep the government open. Democrats, including Schumer and Jon Ossoff, have now voted for the fourth time to shut down the government, demanding $1.5 trillion in new partisan spending, including nearly $200 billion in taxpayer-funded health care for illegal immigrants.
Some Democrats aren’t even hiding it. Rep. Maxine Waters admitted, “Democrats are demanding health care for everybody,” and Rep. Ro Khanna acknowledged taxpayer dollars will flow to undocumented immigrants, dismissing it as a “small portion.” That “small” portion carries a $200 billion price tag. In the 2019 Democratic presidential debate, every single candidate raised their hand in support of health care for illegal immigrants. This is a clear admission of their true agenda, which other politicians, like Jon Ossoff, try to tap dance around.
This shutdown wastes billions in taxpayer dollars and has severe consequences for all Americans. It halts pay for our troops, jeopardizes veterans’ healthcare, causes a lapse in the National Flood Insurance Program, creating widespread negative impacts, especially during hurricane season. It also harms rural America through disruptions to farm payments, disaster relief, food assistance, and other critical services administered by the USDA – leaving family farms in limbo.
Republicans know how important it is to keep the government open to ensure Americans have access to the critical services they need. Under President Biden, Republicans have come to the table countless times to strike bipartisan government funding deals, as we understand the harm caused by government shutdowns.
So, why the 180-degree turn on government shutdowns? Politics. Schumer is facing heat from the left after being blasted by progressives for avoiding a shutdown earlier this year. Polling shows the Democratic Party's favorability is at a 35-year low, but they still decided to shut the government down; they’re completely out of touch with reality.
Democrats have chosen a reckless shutdown to appease their radical base.
The American people deserve true leaders; they are right to expect the most basic function from Members of Congress: to keep their government open. It’s time for Democrats to drop their partisan demands and join Republicans in reopening the government. |
On this week's edition of Buddy's Briefing, we discuss the Democrat-led Schumer Shutdown and how they're holding our government hostage to give free health care to illegal immigrants.
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Monday, September 29, 2025: On Saturday, I was in Warner Robins in Houston County for the Middle Georgia GOP Annual Fish Fry. Located in both Houston and Peach Counties, Warner Robins is the 11th largest incorporated city in Georgia. The U.S. Air Force maintenance and logistics complex, Robins Air Force Base, is located east of the city limits. On Sunday, I flew to Washington, where I was the keynote speaker at the American Optometric Association (AOA) annual fly-in. Founded in 1898, the AOA is the leading authority on quality vision care, representing more than 50,000 Doctors of Optometry (O.D.), optometric professionals, and optometry students. Later that evening, I joined in on a Main Street Caucus virtual call with White House Office of Legislative Affairs Director James Braid and Deputy Director Jeff Freeland to get the latest details regarding the potential Democrat government shutdown. I’m still in Washington this morning and have a virtual conference call with our District staff before heading off Capitol Hill for a series of meetings. Later in the day, I have a call with our communications staff before heading back off Capitol Hill for a meeting with representatives from various cryptocurrency companies. Rep. Carter visits YourTown Health Tuesday, September 30, 2025: My day begins off Capitol Hill as I head to a TechExpo sponsored by the Society of Cable and Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) and visit with companies such as Cox Communications and Comcast. Once back on Capitol Hill, I head to the Cannon Rotunda, where I have a series of on camera interviews with Nexstar Media, Gray Media, and Hearst Television to discuss the pending Democrat government shutdown. Once back in our office, I have a virtual interview with 11 Alive TV in Atlanta to discuss the same subject matter. Later, I join in on an all staff conference call before heading back off Capitol Hill to a Bitcoin conference, where I join my good friend, Rep. Kat Cammack (R-FL), for a panel discussion on Congress and Bitcoin. Rep. Carter at BTC in DC Wednesday, October 1, 2025: I’m headed back to the district this morning, and once I land in Savannah, I head to the Chatham Area Republican Women's monthly meeting on Wilmington Island and give them an update on the Democrat government shutdown that officially started at midnight last night. Later, I join in on a conference call with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russ Vought for the latest update on the Democrat government shutdown. Rep. Carter speaks to Chatham Area Republican Women Thursday, October 2, 2025: After flying to Atlanta early this morning, I have a radio interview with SiriusXM Patriot where we talk about the Democrat government shutdown and other news of the day. After a conference call with our Chief of Staff and District Director, I join my good friend, Martha Zoller, on Morning Talk in Northeast Georgia for a radio interview where we discuss the government shutdown and news of the day. Afterwards, I head to Assembly Studio in Doraville in DeKalb County Northeast of the Atlanta metro area. This state-of-the-art production facility has 22 sound stages, over one million square feet of purpose-built infrastructure, vivid exterior locations, and full production services all available in one location. I had the privilege of voting for the Georgia Film Production Tax Credit when I was a member of the Georgia House of Representatives in 2008, and am delighted to see the enormous economic benefits it has brought in the way of film production over the years in our State. Next, I head to Senoia in Coweta County, southwest of the Atlanta metro area, where I visit YourTown Health, a non-profit network of seven Community Health Centers serving six counties for over 40 years. After a briefing and tour of the Senoia facility, I head to Newnan, also in Coweta County, where I meet with my good friends Jim and Beth Ellison and their friends. Rep. Carter visits with Gray Media Friday, October 3, 2025: After filming this week’s edition of Buddy’s Briefing and another video, I head to downtown Atlanta to the offices of the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) for their annual 3rd District fall meeting. GMA’s 3rd District includes most of the metro Atlanta area, and I am honored to meet Mayors and Councilmembers from Atlanta and surrounding areas. As the former Mayor of Pooler, I have worked with the GMA closely over the years and appreciate the resources and guidance they provide to our 535 incorporated municipalities in Georgia. Afterwards, I have an interview with Editorial Interchange Podcast to discuss news of the day before heading to SANY America in Peachtree City in Fayette County, south of the Atlanta metro area. This $60 million, 272-acre facility is part of the global SANY Heavy Industry company that offers a comprehensive range of heavy-duty equipment, including construction machinery, port machinery, drill rigs, and cranes. After a tour of the facility and a presentation by the leadership team, I head to the SANY Digs site behind the facility, where they have heavy equipment such as hydraulic excavators and wheel loaders that they allow customers to operate. Next, I stay in Peachtree City and attend the Fayette County GOP's 1st Annual Red Gala, where I am honored to speak along with other state and congressional leaders. Rep. Carter attends GMA's fall meeting |
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