The Daily The House Republican Who Says His Party Is Mishandling the Shutdown
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Oct 31, 2025 
Representative Kevin Kiley, a California Republican, shares his thoughts on his party's handling of the government shutdown. He protests against House leadership's decision to go on recess, advocating for constructive discussions in Congress. Kiley opposes mid-decade redistricting, arguing it undermines voter choice, and criticizes leadership for not allowing a vote on a proposed ban. He believes bipartisan solutions are essential for issues like ACA subsidies and SNAP. Kiley's commitment to his role reflects a desire for accountability and integrity within the House.
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Show Up To Do The Work
- Kevin Kiley insists House members should be present and working during a government shutdown to pursue solutions.
- He treats his attendance as both principle and practical engagement to influence outcomes.
Gerrymandering Erodes Voter Agency
- Kiley argues mid‑decade gerrymandering degrades democracy by letting politicians choose voters.
- He says it destabilizes representation and limits voter agency.
Ban Mid‑Decade Redistricting
- Pass a simple law banning mid‑decade redistricting except for narrow VRA court orders.
- Kiley proposed this to stop partisan map wars and create a truce until the next census.