January 1, Trump Draws Line in Shutdown Fight

Wyatt’s Take

• Trump stands firm on no healthcare cuts under Democrat pressure.
• President calls for ending Senate filibuster to resolve gridlock.
• White House puts responsibility for shutdown squarely on Democrats.

President Trump told the country on ’60 Minutes’ that he won’t fold on healthcare just because Democrats are holding up the government.

He blasted Democratic leaders for playing political games and said they’ll have to face voters over their shutdown tactics.

Trump slammed the Senate rules that let the minority block progress, saying it’s time to end the filibuster so things can get done for regular Americans. He made clear he’ll only work with Democrats if it means fixing healthcare for less money and with better results, not just giving in to the status quo.

The president accused Democrats of caring more about handouts for criminals and illegal immigrants than fixing broken programs for hardworking families.

He believes Democrats need to put politics aside and come to the table if they want the shutdown over with.

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Wyatt Matters

Working folks deserve a government that puts responsible spending and real solutions first. This shutdown isn’t just political theater—it’s about making sure tax dollars work for American families, not funding more waste and open borders. It’s time for leaders to put Main Street ahead of D.C. standoffs.

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