“But we have so many partners from around industry and corporations that want to celebrate in this great birthday.”
“Join us on this exciting adventure.”
“for humanitarian reasons”
“because of the unbelievable work President Trump has done over the last year in saving the building.”
“There is certainly much more, I believe, voter fraud in this country.”
“We’re getting Washington out of your trucks and your business.”

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On the recordSeptember 19, 2025
Republicans will own a government shutdown. Period. Full stop.
Said by
Hakeem Jeffries
Democratic · New York
Source
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Jeffries' assertion of Republican responsibility for a potential shutdown.

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