As the clock ticks toward midnight on Friday, March 14th, the United States faces the real possibility of a government shutdown if Congress fails to pass new legislation to fund federal operations.
Well they are cutting all our programs and firing all our federal employees. So if our taxes are not going to go towards helping Americans. Then shut the shit down. Full š
that only leaves the money for them to take to give tax cuts to millionaires & billionaires, people who already hold enough financial wealth to last ten lifetimes & hoard in ways resulting in upsetting a national economy, your mistake was choosing a criminal over someone of good character & integrity just because those traits came attached to an individual with lady parts so, you have your almighty White male & his fecklessness & attendant criminality I swear, this country's majority is woefully stuck on stupid, making us our own worst enemy.
it was a general you, I don't know you personally or who you actually voted for I mean, hell, I didn't vote for him either but, we all suffer under him just the same as common sense, integrity & the need for a leader of good character overrode us as well & now we're stuck that hateful so & so for the duration.
I donāt understand your systemā¦ if Muskrat has saved billions, why do you have to raise the debt ceiling to keep the country running? Where did the money go he saved?
That is my gut feeling as well, but how can he unabashedly tell you they saved billions and in the same breath say they have to raise the debt ceiling or shut downā¦ who is going to call him on his BS?
My Maga husbands response to this is something about needing to pay interest on loans and China and to prevent the collapse of the dollar. Iām guessing that rhetoric is all MAGA talking points from right wing podcasters & I cannot even follow the logic.
There is no logic. He wants to own Canada and thinks he can intimidate us. We will never be American, ever. He actually admires China, and would like to rule in that mannerā¦ i hope the American people solve himā¦ soon.
But it's ok for us taxpayers to fund trump's golfing weekends. How much has it cost us? Thinking a few million. Ridiculous! Got a white house to sleep in ...use it.
You got that right. Itās all about control, weakening the government agencies in order to do what they want, avoid accountability, and rob the country, blind. Rooting out waste is just a cover story. āšŗš¦šŗšøš
Majority of the "savings" has been falsely reported so there's hardly any savings happening. Any savings that they are making are likely funding the $9M per week it costs for DOGE to exist. Not to mention he's lining his own pockets with government contracts.
Cause he didn't find any to save.... he's a liar like trump. They want everyone to think they found something but they didn't. Trump was lying in his state of the union that musk found all kinds of money but it wasn't true. And dummy mike johnson shaking his head like a fool agreeing . The Republicans did the same thing. So gullible.
What Musk has done, has caused more financial burden for future generations. It will take years to fix the programs he has broken. He has not saved anything.
Donāt worry! Flying is still safe! Iām a very nervous flyer too, but r/fearofflying is a wonderful resource. A lot of pilots and professionals weigh in often. š
I donāt think the government will shut down. There will be lots of drama till the last hour, but I think all Republicans will be made to toe the line because they fear for their safety and their familyās safety. Elon and Trump are nothing more than the mob.
This is tax filing season. Although refunds most likely wonāt be severely impacted (those employees, whatās left of them anyway, are deemed essential), no amended returns or non-tax filing related questions, issues or forms/applications will be processed. It can take years to address any backlog created by a shutdown.
Amended returns will still be processed, thatās my department. The number of essentials is extremely low compared to past years, but theyāll have mandatory overtime once budget is back on
This is how I would like to see Congress Dems respond to this - EVERY DAY on the CAPITOL STEPS
Apparently DEMS are the only ones concerned about these services and firings - This is COMPLETELY ON REPUBLICANS - and DISMANTLING and PRIVATIZING (to turn them into profitable ventures, they can price at their own values) are exactly what they are planning
ELON WILL CONTINUE during this period to downsize departments and staff (I assume he will identify his team as "essential services" - he has his eyes on every employee and department and days are numbered for many/most of them
They will try to point the finger - what they are really saying is that - we APPROVE the reductions in services and employees, stolen appropriated funds, threats to Medicare and Social Security that will certainly come back in the final budget
And THIS IS THE TIME for a formal DECLARATION SIGNED BY ALL DEMOCRATS making clear that the BUDGET MUST BE CONDITIONED on RESTORATION of:
1) STOLEN FUNDS, and
2) DEPARTMENTS and EMPLOYEES until Congress can conduct a THOUGHTFUL REVIEW of complete DOCUMENTATION by DOGE of the justification for its actions, how the departments can continue to operate, and whether the goal is to privatize
3) assurance that Medicare, Social Security, our safety net will not be reduced in any way
The proposed Republican bill will mean less and less for We, the People, and more and more for the rich and privileged. Of course.
āThe proposed spending bill includes a range of controversial provisions that have fueled dissent. Among the cuts outlined in the legislation are reductions to police grants, funding for the Toxic Exposures Fundāwhich helps care for veterans exposed to harmful substances like burn pits and Agent Orangeāand environmental grants. Healthcare grants (excluding Medicaid) would also face significant reductions, raising concerns about the potential impact on vital services.ā
I was just able to speak to clerks in both AOC's office and Jamie Raskins' office - they patiently listened and were appreciative of the comments - tried to call Jasmine Crockett but her mailbox was full - perhaps someone else can get through later - and CALL YOUR REPRESENTATIVES - thanks so much
Dem Reps, do NOT vote for a CR budget. Tom Cole said it in his PR. Connect the dots! Republicans want to let DOGE keep rampaging & Trump & Co to keep cutting funding & milking the working class. Republicans are acting in BAD faith. They are hurting millions ALREADY. We see through their charade!!!
but good question because they will have to show the firings are of non essential staff - which I think they are claiming already
I hate that anyone has to suffer from a shutdown, but I believe everyone will suffer so much more in the near future if DOGE has its way with the firings and the tax cut budget (which is all it really it)
I believe those services designated as "essential" would continue - I am guessing Elon/Trump will squeeze DOGE into this definition, to the extent not subject to court freezes
Well they are cutting all our programs and firing all our federal employees. So if our taxes are not going to go towards helping Americans. Then shut the shit down. Full š
Are we paying taxes then? Asking for a friend.
Agreed š
that only leaves the money for them to take to give tax cuts to millionaires & billionaires, people who already hold enough financial wealth to last ten lifetimes & hoard in ways resulting in upsetting a national economy, your mistake was choosing a criminal over someone of good character & integrity just because those traits came attached to an individual with lady parts so, you have your almighty White male & his fecklessness & attendant criminality I swear, this country's majority is woefully stuck on stupid, making us our own worst enemy.
I didnāt vote for that piece of shit trash!
it was a general you, I don't know you personally or who you actually voted for I mean, hell, I didn't vote for him either but, we all suffer under him just the same as common sense, integrity & the need for a leader of good character overrode us as well & now we're stuck that hateful so & so for the duration.
Voters for Trump were stuck on stupid for sure.
I'm holding my voucher for fed taxes. Not sure if I'll pay.
I donāt understand your systemā¦ if Muskrat has saved billions, why do you have to raise the debt ceiling to keep the country running? Where did the money go he saved?
No money was saved itās all a lie š”šŗ
That is my gut feeling as well, but how can he unabashedly tell you they saved billions and in the same breath say they have to raise the debt ceiling or shut downā¦ who is going to call him on his BS?
My Maga husbands response to this is something about needing to pay interest on loans and China and to prevent the collapse of the dollar. Iām guessing that rhetoric is all MAGA talking points from right wing podcasters & I cannot even follow the logic.
There is no logic. He wants to own Canada and thinks he can intimidate us. We will never be American, ever. He actually admires China, and would like to rule in that mannerā¦ i hope the American people solve himā¦ soon.
But it's ok for us taxpayers to fund trump's golfing weekends. How much has it cost us? Thinking a few million. Ridiculous! Got a white house to sleep in ...use it.
You got that right. Itās all about control, weakening the government agencies in order to do what they want, avoid accountability, and rob the country, blind. Rooting out waste is just a cover story. āšŗš¦šŗšøš
Majority of the "savings" has been falsely reported so there's hardly any savings happening. Any savings that they are making are likely funding the $9M per week it costs for DOGE to exist. Not to mention he's lining his own pockets with government contracts.
100% spot on. āšŗš¦šŗšøš
in his billionaire buddies pockets, or Russia
"Where did the money go he saved?"
Hmmm, my guess is.....Izrael.
Yes lol we have already sent them $12 Billion since he has been inaugurated
Horrifying :(
Cause he didn't find any to save.... he's a liar like trump. They want everyone to think they found something but they didn't. Trump was lying in his state of the union that musk found all kinds of money but it wasn't true. And dummy mike johnson shaking his head like a fool agreeing . The Republicans did the same thing. So gullible.
What Musk has done, has caused more financial burden for future generations. It will take years to fix the programs he has broken. He has not saved anything.
In their own pockets š¤¢š¤®
Ru$$ia Iām sure
I'm flying on the 14th for the VA protest in DC I'm so nervous š„ but at the same time I too believe it needs to happen
You quest is righteous, you will get there safely! ā¤ļø
Iām a nurse at the VA will be thinking of you ! š„°
Thank you
Appreciate your efforts and sending so much hope for you to have safe travels.
Thank you š
The retrumplicansā proposed budget so CLEARLY values dollars over human life, that no one could mistake it! Add that to the ongoing Elon the Slasherās destruction of the Federal Govt. and Americans must rise up and š this š© !
Itās what needs to happen- you have to hit bottom
So day 53? Day 53 of the the Trump Presidency is the Government shutdown? That is absolutely insane
It only took Hitler 53 days...
Yes. Exactly.
Actually any flying since Elon mf took over scares me š«£
Me too. I canceled a flight next week.
Donāt worry! Flying is still safe! Iām a very nervous flyer too, but r/fearofflying is a wonderful resource. A lot of pilots and professionals weigh in often. š
I donāt think the government will shut down. There will be lots of drama till the last hour, but I think all Republicans will be made to toe the line because they fear for their safety and their familyās safety. Elon and Trump are nothing more than the mob.
This is what I think too.
Thank you Aaron for all your hard work!
This is tax filing season. Although refunds most likely wonāt be severely impacted (those employees, whatās left of them anyway, are deemed essential), no amended returns or non-tax filing related questions, issues or forms/applications will be processed. It can take years to address any backlog created by a shutdown.
Amended returns will still be processed, thatās my department. The number of essentials is extremely low compared to past years, but theyāll have mandatory overtime once budget is back on
This is how I would like to see Congress Dems respond to this - EVERY DAY on the CAPITOL STEPS
Apparently DEMS are the only ones concerned about these services and firings - This is COMPLETELY ON REPUBLICANS - and DISMANTLING and PRIVATIZING (to turn them into profitable ventures, they can price at their own values) are exactly what they are planning
ELON WILL CONTINUE during this period to downsize departments and staff (I assume he will identify his team as "essential services" - he has his eyes on every employee and department and days are numbered for many/most of them
They will try to point the finger - what they are really saying is that - we APPROVE the reductions in services and employees, stolen appropriated funds, threats to Medicare and Social Security that will certainly come back in the final budget
And THIS IS THE TIME for a formal DECLARATION SIGNED BY ALL DEMOCRATS making clear that the BUDGET MUST BE CONDITIONED on RESTORATION of:
1) STOLEN FUNDS, and
2) DEPARTMENTS and EMPLOYEES until Congress can conduct a THOUGHTFUL REVIEW of complete DOCUMENTATION by DOGE of the justification for its actions, how the departments can continue to operate, and whether the goal is to privatize
3) assurance that Medicare, Social Security, our safety net will not be reduced in any way
The proposed Republican bill will mean less and less for We, the People, and more and more for the rich and privileged. Of course.
āThe proposed spending bill includes a range of controversial provisions that have fueled dissent. Among the cuts outlined in the legislation are reductions to police grants, funding for the Toxic Exposures Fundāwhich helps care for veterans exposed to harmful substances like burn pits and Agent Orangeāand environmental grants. Healthcare grants (excluding Medicaid) would also face significant reductions, raising concerns about the potential impact on vital services.ā
great points!
Why would anyone at TSA and others continue to work without getting paid?
I was just able to speak to clerks in both AOC's office and Jamie Raskins' office - they patiently listened and were appreciative of the comments - tried to call Jasmine Crockett but her mailbox was full - perhaps someone else can get through later - and CALL YOUR REPRESENTATIVES - thanks so much
Dem Reps, do NOT vote for a CR budget. Tom Cole said it in his PR. Connect the dots! Republicans want to let DOGE keep rampaging & Trump & Co to keep cutting funding & milking the working class. Republicans are acting in BAD faith. They are hurting millions ALREADY. We see through their charade!!!
Will Elin keep cutting during a shut down?
but good question because they will have to show the firings are of non essential staff - which I think they are claiming already
I hate that anyone has to suffer from a shutdown, but I believe everyone will suffer so much more in the near future if DOGE has its way with the firings and the tax cut budget (which is all it really it)
I believe those services designated as "essential" would continue - I am guessing Elon/Trump will squeeze DOGE into this definition, to the extent not subject to court freezes