Republicans To Avoid A Government Shutdown
House Republicans appear poised to prevent a government shutdown, despite recent setbacks with Speaker Mike Johnson’s temporary funding proposal. Representative Glenn Grothman of Wisconsin expressed concerns on Newsmax’s “Sunday Report” about the political ramifications of a shutdown.
Grothman shared insights from fellow Republican colleagues in competitive districts, emphasizing that a government closure would likely damage the party’s standing. “From my conversations, it’s clear many believe a shutdown would hurt us,” he noted.
Reflecting on the past, Grothman recalled the 2018-2019 shutdown, during which then-President Donald Trump advocated for keeping the government operational. “Many Republicans ignored President Trump’s advice and pushed for an immediate shutdown, which turned out to be disastrous for our party,” he said. He highlighted that just weeks later, those same voices were calling for the government to reopen.
The recent failure of the stopgap bill can also be attributed to Democratic opposition to the SAVE Act, which seeks to ensure that only citizens can vote. Grothman remarked, “It’s surprising that requiring citizenship for voting isn’t a bipartisan issue. Yet, nearly all Democrats opposed it, showing a disregard for the integrity of our electoral process.”
He pointed out a troubling trend where noncitizens are increasingly able to cast votes, sometimes aided by fraudulent identification and lax regulations in certain states. “While Democrats may downplay the issue, it’s critical,” Grothman warned. “With hundreds of thousands of new arrivals and razor-thin margins in states like Georgia, Arizona, and Wisconsin, we cannot afford to let noncitizens influence our elections.”
In conclusion, Grothman urged for a renewed focus on safeguarding our democracy. “Ensuring that only citizens can vote is fundamental to maintaining the integrity of our electoral system,” he emphasized. The stakes are high, and Republicans must unify to protect the principle of citizenship in voting.
