Speaker Johnson Calls Out Jeffries

With a government shutdown deadline just days away, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is calling out Democrats for playing politics and risking essential services for veterans, seniors, and working families.

Appearing on CNN’s “State of the Union” Sunday, Johnson slammed House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.), who labeled the GOP’s proposal to keep the government open as “reckless” and “dead on arrival.”

Johnson fired back, calling Jeffries’ remarks “completely ridiculous.” He emphasized, “There’s absolutely nothing partisan in this bill. We didn’t include a single partisan agenda item or policy demand. Our goal is simply to act in good faith, give Congress more time, and keep the government from shutting down.”

Johnson Exposes Democrats’ Attack on Rural Health Care

Johnson went on the offensive, revealing that Democrats—not Republicans—are threatening health care funding that millions of Americans rely on.

“The only ones gutting health care here are Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer,” Johnson said, referencing the Senate’s Democrat leader.

“They want to slash $50 billion from rural hospitals—the very facilities keeping care available in small towns across America. That funding supports hardworking families through tax relief and was part of the bill we passed just months ago. Democrats are the ones blocking this money.”

For many rural communities, these cuts could mean closed hospitals, fewer doctors, and longer wait times—all while Democrats in Washington continue their political games.

Democrats Demand ObamaCare Bailout

Democrats have drawn a red line, demanding that Republicans agree to extend Affordable Care Act (ObamaCare) subsidies, which are set to expire at the end of the year.

Johnson blasted this as reckless hostage-taking, arguing that the shutdown threat should not be used to force through unrelated partisan policies.

“The ObamaCare subsidies are a separate debate that must be addressed before year’s end,” Johnson said. “Right now, we need to keep the government open and protect critical services — not hijack this process for political gain.”

What a Shutdown Could Mean for YOU

If Democrats refuse to compromise and the government shuts down, everyday Americans will feel the pain while Washington elites remain untouched.

• Veterans could face delays in benefits and services.
• Seniors could experience disruptions in Social Security offices.
• Federal workers may go unpaid just weeks before the holidays.
• Rural hospitals risk losing critical funding.

Meanwhile, Democrats remain focused on protecting Biden’s failed policies rather than protecting the American people.

The Stakes Are High

Johnson made it clear that Republicans are acting responsibly, offering a clean, straightforward solution to keep the government running.

“The American people deserve better than gridlock and political theater,” Johnson said. “We are doing everything we can to protect families, veterans, and small towns, while Democrats dig in to defend runaway spending and failed policies.”

With the clock ticking, the coming days will reveal whether Washington prioritizes the American people—or their own political power.