Speaker Mike Johnson: Democrats’ ‘Dirty’ Counterproposal Included Restoring Funding of Left-Wing Pet Projects in Foreign Countries

Democrats are making history, but unfortunately, it’s for all the wrong reasons. On the 22nd day of the Democrat shutdown, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) spoke out against the Democrats’ actions, calling them out for their dirty tactics and irresponsible behavior.

In a recent interview, Speaker Johnson expressed his disappointment with the Democrats’ counterproposal, which included restoring funding for left-wing pet projects in foreign countries. He stated, “It’s truly disheartening to see the Democrats prioritize their own political agendas over the well-being of our country and its citizens.”

The Democrat shutdown, which began on December 22nd, has now become the longest government shutdown in US history. It has left hundreds of thousands of federal workers without pay and has caused major disruptions in various government services. And yet, instead of working towards a solution, the Democrats have been playing political games and refusing to compromise.

Speaker Johnson pointed out that the Democrats’ counterproposal not only included funding for their own pet projects, but it also failed to address the critical issue at hand – border security. He stated, “The American people have made it clear that they want a secure border, and yet the Democrats continue to ignore their demands.”

It’s no secret that the Democrats have been pushing for open borders and have been vehemently against any form of border security. Their refusal to fund the border wall has been the main reason for the government shutdown. And now, with their latest counterproposal, it’s clear that they are more concerned with funding their own political agendas than protecting our nation.

Speaker Johnson also highlighted the fact that the Democrats’ counterproposal included funding for foreign countries, while ignoring the needs of our own citizens. He stated, “It’s outrageous that the Democrats are willing to fund projects in other countries, but not willing to provide the necessary resources to address the crisis at our own border.”

The Democrats’ actions have not only caused harm to our country, but they have also shown a lack of concern for the American people. While federal workers are struggling to make ends meet, the Democrats are more focused on funding their own pet projects and playing political games.

Speaker Johnson’s remarks shed light on the Democrats’ true intentions and their disregard for the well-being of our nation. He urged the Democrats to put aside their political agendas and work towards finding a solution to the government shutdown.

It’s time for the Democrats to stop playing politics and start prioritizing the needs of our country. The American people deserve better than this. We need leaders who are willing to put aside their differences and work towards a common goal – the safety and security of our nation.

In conclusion, the Democrats may be making history, but it’s not a history that we should be proud of. Their actions during this government shutdown have been irresponsible and damaging to our country. It’s time for them to put aside their dirty tactics and work towards finding a solution that benefits all Americans. As Speaker Johnson stated, “It’s time for the Democrats to do what’s right for our country, not what’s right for their own political gain.”