GOP ‘Irresponsible’ to Recess Ahead of Shutdown, Jeffries Says

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) criticized the decision of House Republicans to recess days before federal funding expires, stating that it is an "irresponsible" move that will result in the GOP "publicly" owning a potential government shutdown. Jeffries argued that with the looming deadline for federal funding, the House should remain in session to work on a solution and avoid a shutdown. He emphasized that the Republican leadership's decision to recess demonstrates a lack of urgency and responsibility in addressing this critical issue. The article highlights the ongoing political tensions between the Democratic and Republican parties as they navigate the challenges of government funding and the threat of a government shutdown. Jeffries' comments reflect the Democratic Party's stance that the Republican-controlled House is not fulfilling its duty to the American people by failing to prioritize the resolution of this impending crisis.