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WASHINGTON — Today, Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) joined House Republican leadership to discuss the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act that will keep the federal government open and working for the American people, and allow President Trump to continue the work that 77 million Americans elected him to do.

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Whip Emmer: “Last week, we celebrated President Trump’s countless victories for the American people during his Joint Address to Congress. This week, Congress must pass a continuing resolution so the American people can continue to enjoy win, after win, after win. This is the way forward. But, unfortunately, Democrats in Congress would rather throw temper tantrums fueled by their hatred for President Trump than keep the government open and working for all Americans. Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries came out against our CR, as our conference chair mentioned, before the text was even released. And now, the only way to defend his nonsensical position is to fearmonger and spread outright lies about the bill's contents. Jeffries says our CR cuts nutritional assistance and veterans benefits. In fact, our CR increases spending in those areas. He also said it does nothing to protect Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. In fact, our CR does protect Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. And it does all of this while keeping overall spending below current levels. His lies are shameful. Congressional Democrats have made it clear where they stand—and it is NOT with the American people. Remember: a vote against our CR is a vote to shut down the government and strip resources from service members, veterans, vulnerable children, the elderly, and many more Americans. But don’t just take my word for it—it’s the same message Democrats have preached for years. Today, House Republicans will pass a responsible CR to keep the government open and ensure American communities are taken care of. Will any Democrats join us, or will they continue to put their hypocrisy on full display? We’re gonna see.”

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