Thomas Barrett, U.S. Representative of Michigan's 7th Congressional District | https://barrett.house.gov/
Thomas Barrett, U.S. Representative of Michigan's 7th Congressional District | https://barrett.house.gov/
Congressman Tom Barrett has used his social media platform to criticize Senate Democrats regarding the ongoing government shutdown, highlighting its impact on veterans, federal workers, and critical services.
On October 13, 2025, Barrett posted, "While Democrats are claiming the shutdown is getting better for them, it’s getting worse for our nation's heroes. Holding our government hostage while our veterans aren’t getting the benefits they earned is unacceptable. It’s time to put politics aside and do what’s right."
The following day, October 14, 2025, Barrett continued his critique by stating, "Delayed air travel. No pay for federal workers. Critical services paused.
Chuck Schumer says every day of the shutdown gets better for Senate Democrats, but each day is worse for hardworking Michiganders. The Senate needs to pass our clean, bipartisan funding bill ASAP."
On October 15, 2025, Barrett addressed Senate Democrats' voting record: "Senate Democrats have spent the last two weeks voting against a clean, bipartisan bill — that they previously supported 13 times — to end the government shutdown. This obstruction has to stop so we can get back to work for the American people."
Government shutdowns in the United States have historically resulted in disruptions to federal services and delayed pay for government employees. The effects of such shutdowns can be widespread, impacting not only government workers but also veterans and citizens who rely on public services. The ongoing debate in Congress often centers on funding bills and political disagreements over budget priorities.
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