Congressman Edwards Joins Speaker Johnson to Call on Senate Democrats to End the Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) joined House Speaker Mike Johnson to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
During the press conference, Congressman Edwards and fellow House Republicans stood strong in their commitment to reopening the government responsibly and ensuring that hardworking Americans are not used as political leverage.
House Republicans remain united in their efforts to reopen the government and discuss the important issue of healthcare.
“My goal has always been simple: keep the government working for the American people. Families, small businesses, and our local communities depend on us doing the right thing here in Washington,” said Congressman Edwards. “I did my job — I voted to keep the government open. It’s time to end the political games and focus on solutions that restore fiscal responsibility and protect essential services for folks back home.
The full press conference is available here.
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