Senator John Kennedy from Louisiana addressed the ongoing government shutdown during a CNN appearance, expressing concerns about the stalled negotiations between senators.
• Kennedy stated that the government shutdown will persist until senators stop being unreasonable.
• He pointed out that Senate Democrats are pushing for a spending package that is too high, which is blocking progress.
• Kennedy mentioned that due to these issues, over 40 million Americans risk losing federal food aid amid the funding gap.
• He criticized Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for demanding an excessive $1.5 trillion in spending, claiming Schumer's position makes it difficult to reach a compromise.
• Kennedy accused Democrats of prioritizing foreign spending over domestic needs, arguing that this situation indicates they would rather fund unimportant projects than support Americans.
• He cautioned that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which assists millions, is set to face a funding lapse starting November 1, raising the risk of food aid loss.
Sen. Kennedy's remarks highlight the ongoing conflict in Congress regarding government funding, emphasizing the impact on American citizens as negotiations remain unresolved.
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