This makes no sense.
Washington, D.C. — While Americans struggle with record grocery bills and higher insurance premiums, Senate Democrats are quietly working behind the scenes to expand expensive Obamacare tax credits — a pandemic-era handout that could add billions to the national debt and push prices even higher.
Senate Democrats say they want to “help families,” but critics warn this plan could mean one thing: more inflation, higher taxes, and more wasteful government spending.
A Costly Power Play in Washington
The federal government remains partially shut down because Democrats refuse to approve a spending bill unless it includes a massive extension of Obamacare subsidies — benefits that were only supposed to exist during the pandemic.
Republicans have accused Democrats of holding the government hostage to protect an unpopular policy.
“I’ll disagree with the framing of deficit increase,” said Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.), dodging questions about the price tag. Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) simply declined to comment.
The shutdown began when lawmakers failed to pass a short-term funding bill through Nov. 21. But the real fight isn’t about the budget — it’s about keeping pandemic-era welfare programs alive forever.
Billions More in Wasteful Spending
According to the nonpartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, continuing the expanded Obamacare tax credits could cost over $30 billion every single year.
Republicans say that money could instead go toward securing the border, reducing inflation, or supporting seniors on fixed incomes.
“This is a pre-determined crisis by the Democrats,” said Sen. John Curtis (R-Utah). “They’re the ones who put the expiration date on these subsidies in the first place.”
Sen. John Boozman (R-Ark.) didn’t mince words:
“The pandemic is over. You’ve got people making $300,000 a year still getting government subsidies. We need to open the government and stop holding the American people hostage.”
Democrats Double Down
Despite ten opportunities to vote for reopening the government, Democrats have repeatedly blocked GOP measures — prioritizing political control over the livelihoods of millions of federal workers.
“You have literally millions of Americans who will no longer be able to afford health insurance,” Coons warned, defending the subsidies.
But critics say Democrats are using fear to justify endless spending. “This isn’t about healthcare,” one GOP aide said. “It’s about power.”
Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) claimed, “Republicans need to restore healthcare to the American people,” continuing the Democrat narrative that opposing wasteful spending equals denying care.
Republicans Push for Common-Sense Solutions
Moderate Republicans, including Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), say they want a balanced approach — protecting coverage while cutting unnecessary costs.
“I’m trying to find a way to ensure coverage remains, but we’re not making much headway this week,” Murkowski admitted.
Sen. Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) refused to negotiate while the shutdown continues:
“Until Democrats open the government, I’m not discussing details.”
The Bottom Line: More Spending, More Inflation
The message from conservatives couldn’t be clearer:
It’s time to end the pandemic spending spree and put America’s taxpayers first.
Every dollar wasted on outdated subsidies is a dollar not used to secure our border, protect Medicare, or cut inflation that’s crushing retirees.
If Democrats succeed, prices will rise, debt will soar, and hard-working Americans will be left paying the bill — again.
