Largest federal workers union calls for
an end to the shutdown, putting pressure
on Democrats
Posted By: NorthernDog, 10/27/2025 10:06:57 AM
WASHINGTON — The country’s largest union representing federal workers is calling for lawmakers to pass a short-term spending measure to immediately end the government shutdown, urging Democrats to abandon their current position and join Republicans in supporting a stopgap solution. (Snip) The statement could increase pressure on Democrats to budge from their stance. Senate Democrats have insisted that they won’t vote to reopen the government without a commitment from Republicans and President Donald Trump on extending health care subsidies through the Affordable Care Act, which are set to expire at the end of the year. Without them, health insurance premiums
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Largest federal workers union calls for
an end to the shutdown, putting pressure
on Democrats 12 replies
an end to the shutdown, putting pressure
on Democrats 12 replies
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So the media finally admits its Demmies voting in favor of the shutdown.