Congressman Mike Lawler joins Sid to discuss the ongoing government shutdown, criticizing political games and social media distractions. Emphasizing the importance of keeping the government operational, Lawler highlights the negative impacts of shutdowns, which include funding cuts to critical programs like WIC and potential layoffs. He attributes the shutdown to Democratic leaders Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries, accusing them of political posturing and fearing challenges from their left flank. Lawler also defends Republican stances on healthcare, Medicaid, and taxation, particularly criticizing efforts to provide benefits to illegal immigrants.
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