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It’s a tale of two sessions. The contrasts are stark. In the 117th Congress, House Democrats led one of the most productive sessions in over 50 years. Now, the 118th Congress led by the Republican majority is the least productive in over 50 years. This contrast is rooted in dysfunction, as extreme MAGA Republicans have been unwilling to compromise for the good of the nation.
As Congress returned to Washington, D.C., after a productive August District Work Period, America’s economy continues to move forward at a steady pace. Unemployment is near record lows, inflation is down to nearly 3% — the lowest among G-7 countries — and job creation remains strong. Those of us in Florida know we must prioritize disaster relief funding for those affected by Hurricane Idalia, among other issues. The last thing we need is for extreme MAGA Republicans to force a government shutdown that would threaten America’s progress.