Republicans Face Political Fallout as Shutdown Ends and Obamacare Debates Continue
TL;DR
The longest U.S. government shutdown ended without key concessions from Republicans, leaving Democrats divided and bearing the political brunt, while Republicans face long-term risks over health care subsidies, with public blame somewhat evenly distributed and both parties facing disapproval.
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- Democrats lose shutdown battle — as Trump, Republicans risk losing war The Washington Post
- Trump’s shutdown win just landed Republicans with a huge political headache CNN
- As Shutdown Nears End, Trump Still Confronts Soaring Health Costs The New York Times
- Republicans need Trump for the debate on Obamacare credits Politico
- Steve Kornacki: Republicans took a political hit in the shutdown. How long will it last? NBC News
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