Instead of negotiating with Democrats, Republicans would rather let air-traffic controllers go unpaid, they’d rather ground flights, and they’d rather punish travelers
Chuck Schumer: “Instead of negotiating with Democrats, Republicans would rather let air-traffic controllers go unpaid, they’d rather…”
On the recordNovember 9, 2025
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Schumer criticizes Republican actions regarding the government shutdown and its impact on air travel.
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