Senate Democrats’ Shutdown Standoff Prolongs Government Paralysis and Economic Harm

As the government shutdown stretches beyond two weeks, Senate Democrats continue their unyielding blockade of stopgap funding bills, holding out on reopening the government until their demands to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies are met. This persistent refusal to fund the government not only leaves hundreds of thousands of hardworking federal employees furloughed without pay but also threatens broader economic stability that Americans rely on.How Long Will Democrats Hold America Hostage Over ACA Subsidies?Theirs is a political strategy with real consequences: flight delays rising across the country, families facing shrinking paychecks, and vital government services crippled. Senate Majority Leader...