Guy Benson Show BENSON BYTE: Sen. John Cornyn - Democrats Are Attempting to "Extort the American People" Through Government Shutdown
Oct 1, 2025
Senator John Cornyn, a U.S. Senator from Texas and member of key finance and judiciary committees, delves into the current government shutdown and criticizes Democratic leadership for their tactics. He highlights the hypocrisy in their actions compared to past statements by Barack Obama. Cornyn argues against negotiating during a shutdown, discusses the implications of a recent Dallas attack on law enforcement, and calls for an end to inflammatory rhetoric. The conversation emphasizes the need for responsible political discourse and effective governance.
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Democrats Pushing Costly Health Subsidies
- John Cornyn argues Democrats are using enhanced ACA subsidies to push $350 billion in spending and to free state funds for illegal-immigrant care.
- He calls the demand unacceptable and views it as political posturing rather than fiscal responsibility.
No Negotiations During Shutdown
- Cornyn says Republicans will not negotiate while the government is shut down and calls the shutdown an extortion attempt for $350 billion.
- He frames the shutdown as hypocritical given Democrats' past opposition to such tactics.
Obama's Past Critique Applied To Today
- Guy Benson and Cornyn replay Barack Obama's 2013 remarks condemning shutdowns and governing by crisis.
- Cornyn highlights the hypocrisy of Democrats now embracing the tactic they once denounced.