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I will shut down the government if we don't get what we want for border security. I am proud to take the responsibility for shutting it down because we need to prevent criminals, drug problems, and illegal immigration. I won't blame you for the previous shutdown, but this time it's about border security. Thank you.

The speaker expresses concern about a potential government shutdown, emphasizing its negative impact on the country. They mention a previous shutdown caused by Republicans, which cost the economy billions of dollars. They question why the president would change his stance on reopening the government and speculate if he wants it to remain closed indefinitely. The speaker suggests that the president lacks belief in and understanding of the risks associated with shutting down the government.

I will take responsibility for shutting down the government if we don't achieve our goals, particularly regarding border security. The American people want to prevent criminals and drugs from entering the country, and I am proud to stand for that. I won't blame anyone else for the shutdown; I will own it. Last time it happened, it didn’t work out, but I’m ready to take that stand again. Thank you.

We're all going on strike. We’re here for our families, and if we’re not getting paid, we won’t be working. It has been eight weeks without any payment, and some of us are sleeping in our vehicles because we haven’t received our per diem for housing. We’re standing together and will not lift a finger until we receive some form of compensation. Enough is enough.

Speaker 0 argues that in business you don’t get paid if you don’t do your job, and you shouldn’t be paid if you don’t show up and perform. He states, “If you didn't do your job in business, you didn't get paid. You don't show up and do your job, you don't get paid.” He emphasizes the need to figure out how to work together to get budgets done and frames the question of compensation as tied to job performance. He then positions policy proposals around lockdowns and pay, saying, “So you're gonna offer legislation to not get paid during lockdowns? Absolutely.” He notes that he “already have a bill” to ensure we “don't get paid during the shutdown.” He adds that Ron Johnson has “a bill that will never have shutdowns,” which he implies should pass as well. On the political dynamic, Speaker 0 critiques the Democrats, asking, “But on top of that, what are the Democrats doing?” He describes the measure at hand as a “clean resolution” and says, “All we're doing is is keeping the funding.” He contends that the funding currently in place is “too high” and describes it as “the Biden funding.” Despite those concerns, he states he does not want to shut down the government and thus supports the resolution, even though he acknowledges the Democrats’ stated intent to shut down for unspecified reasons. Finally, he questions the broader impact, asking, “How is this good for the country?” and concludes that, in his view, “Nobody wins with a shutdown.” The dialogue centers on linking pay to performance, proposing legislation to withhold pay during lockdowns, contrasting the bills associated with current leadership (including Ron Johnson’s) as potential paths to prevent shutdowns, and weighing the political implications of keeping funding versus risking a government shutdown.

Speaker 0 outlines his first bill, the no shutdown paychecks to politicians act, which would say members of Congress can’t be paid and won’t receive back pay after a shutdown ends. He asks unanimous consent for immediate consideration, reading, and passage of the bill, with the motion to reconsider laid on the table. Speaker 1 asks if there is objection. Speaker 2 argues for an approach that would begin paying those who are working during a shutdown—soldiers, air traffic controllers, and all workers—stating this should become a permanent feature of government. He says paying workers is better than isolating or punishing groups and asks that the Senate modify the request to consider, read, and pass Senator Paul’s alternative. He references Senator Johnson’s shutdown no shutdown act as an alternative and asks to replace the current bill with that. Speaker 0 responds, explaining he will not substitute Senator Paul’s bill for his own. He says he understands Senator Paul’s point as wanting to pay everyone, but explains his bill has a chance to pass the House and be signed by the president, whereas Senator Paul’s bill would not pass the House or be signed by President Trump. He states this is why he cannot substitute Paul’s bill. He then asks for a parliamentary clarification: did Senator Paul object to his bill, and would Paul’s modification substitute his bill? The chair confirms that Paul’s modification would substitute his bill for the original. Speaker 1 asks if there is an objection to the original request. Speaker 2 (from Kentucky) reserves the right to object and argues it is not clear that the president wouldn’t sign a bill to continue paying federal workers. He says it’s confusing that Democrats object to paying traffic controllers and suggests letting Democrats explain why they don’t want to pay workers. He asserts there is a debate over spending levels, but that workers who have contracts should be paid. He mentions his own fiscal conservatism, stating he would not hire new people and would allow government shrink through attrition, but asserts that those who work for the government should be paid. He contends that Democrats' subsidies to higher earners are inconsistent with helping the working class or the poor and argues that the president would sign a bill to pay workers. Speaker 0 disputes, arguing the bill to keep Congress from being paid during a shutdown is different from Paul’s. Speaker 1 clarifies that Senator Paul objected to the bill and that the objection to the unanimous consent request stands. Speaker 0 introduces a second bill, the withhold member pay during shutdowns act, which would withhold lawmakers’ pay during a shutdown but escrow it to be paid after the shutdown ends. He notes there is precedent from Obama in 2013. He seeks unanimous consent for Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs to be discharged from further consideration of S. 3057, and asks that the Senate proceed to immediate consideration, with reading, passage, and a tabled motion to reconsider. Speaker 2 objects with the objection noted. Speaker 1 acknowledges the objection from the Kentucky senator. Speaker 0 attempts clarification on the bill to withhold member pay, and Speaker 1 confirms the objection to the unanimous consent request. The scene ends with the discussion in progress on the second bill.

Republicans are pushing for a government shutdown that could harm the economy and negatively impact working-class Americans. Their focus seems to be on providing significant tax cuts for wealthy donors instead of funding essential programs like cancer research for children.

**Speaker 0:** 212 Democrats voted against no tax on tips, Social Security, and overtime. If the government makes money and spends it responsibly, taxes aren't necessary. The new administration is holding the government accountable, and people are mad about it. **Speaker 1:** There's no tax on tips, overtime, or Social Security in the budget resolution. Taxes are normal. This utopia where nobody pays taxes isn't going to work. Read the budget before lecturing people about it.

Speaker 0 calls it the Schumer shutdown, the Schumer Siesta, saying "he put the government on Siesta, crying Chuck." He taunts "El Hakimou Hefei Jeffries," noting "we used to call him Dallas or Obama till we realized, he's worth far less than a dollar." He claims "they put the government on Siesta to give illegal aliens your health care" and asserts, "We're not gonna let it happen. It's no bueno." When asked to "please give illegal aliens the health care," he replies, "We're not gonna do it. We're never gonna do it." He mocks concerns about "big, beautiful sombreros," declaring "these are the greatest sombreros the world has ever seen." He promises to "end the siesta. We're gonna reopen the government, and we will not give in to the demands of Chuck and El Jefe." He closes with "Diolo Bendiga, and god bless America."

People are scared because they suddenly lost their financial security. Just weeks ago, they knew how to cover childcare and medical bills, but now everything's gone. Christina Drey and Adam Dubard were fired this month during the shutdown of foreign aid distributed by USAID. The administration sent over 8,000 USAID employees home, seemingly based on loyalty rather than competence. These dedicated public servants, with decades of experience across multiple administrations, were abruptly dismissed. They were reportedly emailed and then escorted out of the building, without any clear explanation. They couldn't even return. There was no process or explanation given to them.

People are really scared because overnight, many lost their next paycheck and ability to pay for childcare and medical bills. Christina Drey and Adam Dubard were fired this month amidst the chaotic shutdown of foreign aid distributed by USAID. Over 8,000 USAID employees were sent home, not based on competency but on loyalty tests. These are people with decades of public service across administrations, and they had to leave the building immediately. As far as I know, they received an email, and if they didn't leave, they were escorted out. There was no process or explanation given to them.

The speaker questions protesters about Social Security and government waste. The speaker states that Social Security wasn't cut, but their offices are being cut back. The speaker asks if anyone can name one person in the United States who lost Social Security benefits under Elon Musk. The speaker questions why the protesters are demonstrating in public but don't want to show their faces on camera. The speaker asks the protesters what they are protesting and why they don't want to cut government waste. The speaker suggests that protesting in public while refusing to appear on camera shows cowardice.

"We have to realize the democrats, their whole argument is we are going to shut down the government unless you give a trillion dollars for medical benefits for illegal aliens." "And they're saying that unless you give that money to those legal aliens, unless you give those benefits to those illegal aliens, we are going to shut down the people's government." "It's such a stark contrast between two parties priorities." "We want to put the government to work for the American people first." "We're not gonna be taken hostage by the Democrats' desperate desire to give your tax money to illegal aliens." "We're just not gonna do it."

Congressman: The Department of Justice has unfairly treated whistleblowers like Mr. Allen. Mr. Allen: The treatment is unfair, and the process felt like the punishment. Mr. Horowitz: Putting someone like Mr. Allen on unpaid leave for over two years is unfair. Congressman: The process was to punish whistleblowers and make an example of them for reporting improper actions at the FBI and DOJ. Congress has not appropriately protected whistleblowers, and continuing resolutions put no consequence on the DOJ or FBI for their actions. Congress should ensure whistleblowers receive back pay; otherwise, maybe the FBI director and attorney general shouldn't get their paychecks or perks. Voting for these continuing resolutions perpetuates the punishment of whistleblowers, and Congress underwrites the weaponization of the Justice Department.

FBI agents and analysts, who are essential to investigations and operations, are facing unprecedented threats to their jobs due to political pressures. These professionals, committed to their work for many years, are now worried about their livelihoods and futures. If they lose their positions, it could end their careers, jeopardizing their reputations, pensions, and health insurance. The current atmosphere within the FBI is one of fear and uncertainty, as many employees are concerned about how they will support their families. This situation, driven by political gamesmanship, is seen as disgraceful and unlawful, leaving dedicated agents feeling targeted for simply doing their jobs.

The speaker criticizes the act of withholding Ukraine funding to push a partisan agenda on the border, stating that it is not the right approach. They emphasize the need for genuine solutions.

The speaker claims the U.S. president has fabricated a border crisis. They assert the president has stalled the government and harmed its workers for a "vanity project" called the wall. The speaker states this is a distraction from genuine problems.

Speaker accuses the D Triple C and House Majority Forward of politicizing the potential shutdown with ad campaigns attacking individuals who oppose a shutdown. Speaker claims that the other side wants a shutdown for political gain but fails to address border issues, spending cuts, and long-term debt. Speaker references Eric Adams and Kathy Hochul's concerns about the migrant crisis in New York City but criticizes their lack of action. Accuses opponents of using the issue to win back the majority while claiming willingness to work across the aisle. Urges others to join the Problem Solver CR, which they have already signed onto.

The speaker acknowledges that people will be hurt by a particular vote. They state that they worked hard to achieve a budget deal that would avoid the provision that led to the negative impact.

Do Democrats wanna prioritize the health care of illegal aliens over a government shutdown? Because if the government does shut down, Americans will be able furlough. We're not prioritizing. What we're doing is saying simply we wanna keep the government open, and we wanna work with the Republicans and have a bipartisan agreement to keep this government open, and health care is at the top of our agenda. But are Democrats demanding health care for illegal aliens? Democrats are demanding health care for everybody. We want to save lives. We wanna make sure that health care is available to those who would die but having the help of their government. So you're good with the government shutdown even if it means giving health care to people who aren't American citizens? We want to save health care for all people.