White House rips Senate Dems with their own words for ‘hypocrisy’ over looming shutdown

Senate Democrats have been caught in a web of hypocrisy as they flirt with the idea of rejecting a Trump-backed federal funding bill that would avert a looming government shutdown. The White House compiled a highlight reel of Senate Democrats in recent years railing against potential government shutdowns as an attack on democracy, only to now find themselves considering the very same tactic.

In the video, prominent Democrats such as Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer can be seen denouncing the use of government shutdowns as a hostage tactic that undermines democracy. However, as the Senate faces a critical vote on a funding bill, some Democrats appear to be leaning towards triggering a shutdown.

A Trump administration official told Fox News Digital that the Democrats’ actions are driven by “hypocrisy” and “hatred for Donald Trump” rather than a genuine concern for the well-being of the American people. The official described the Democrats’ threats of a shutdown as “purely political theater” and an attempt to grandstand against the Trump administration.

The House has already passed a Trump-backed federal funding bill that would keep the government running through the end of September. However, the bill now sits in the Senate, where Democrats must decide whether to pass it or risk a shutdown.

Senate Democrats are reportedly divided on how to proceed, with some lawmakers, such as Sens. Mark Warner and Chris Van Hollen, publicly stating their intention to vote against the bill. Sen. Tim Kaine called the bill a “shutdown bill” that prioritizes tax breaks for the wealthy over the needs of everyday Americans.

Meanwhile, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand made headlines for her passionate opposition to the funding bill, including a reported outburst during a private lunch with Senate Democrats. Gillibrand, who was featured in the White House highlight reel, criticized the 2019 government shutdown for putting children at risk of going hungry.

As the Senate faces a critical vote on the funding bill, the political drama continues to unfold. It remains to be seen whether Senate Democrats will follow through on their threats of a shutdown or come to a compromise with their Republican colleagues. The American people are left to wonder whether their elected officials will prioritize political gamesmanship over the needs of the country.