The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2157 - Democrats To SHUT DOWN The Government?
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Mar 13, 2025 Mary Margaret Olehan, Daily Wire's White House correspondent, joins to discuss the looming threat of a government shutdown initiated by Chuck Schumer. They explore the resulting chaos in the markets due to Trump's tariffs and examine the current state of the Democratic Party's political maneuvering. Olehan also sheds light on Russia's discussions regarding a ceasefire with Ukraine, illustrating the complex dynamics of global politics. From humorous political exchanges to serious economic implications, the conversation is both engaging and insightful.
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Democratic misstep
- Trump faces economic headwinds, with declining approval ratings and market volatility.
- Democrats, however, are making a political blunder by threatening a government shutdown.
Government Shutdown
- Republicans passed a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the government until September, averting a shutdown.
- Democrats now consider blocking this CR in the Senate, risking a shutdown they would own.
Schumer's Risky Move
- Schumer's move to potentially filibuster the CR is politically unwise.
- It injects Democrats into a volatile economic situation, which could backfire.