On the morning of Wednesday, October 1st, Democratic Co-Chairman of the House of Representatives, Pete Aguilar, and Vice-Chairman Ted W. Lieu held a press conference following the partial government shutdown.
During the press conference, Aguilar and Lieu addressed the impact of the shutdown on various government services and programs, highlighting the need for bipartisan cooperation to reach a resolution.
Aguilar emphasized the importance of finding common ground and working together to reopen the government, stressing that the shutdown was causing unnecessary disruptions for American citizens.
Lieu echoed Aguilar’s sentiments, calling on both parties to set aside their differences and prioritize the well-being of the public above political considerations.
The press conference was streamed live on various platforms, including New Tang Dynasty Television, The Epoch Times, Clean World, and News Focus, providing real-time Chinese translations for viewers.
Links to the live streams of the press conference were shared, allowing individuals to tune in and stay informed about the ongoing developments related to the government shutdown.
The event served as an opportunity for the Democratic leadership to communicate their stance on the shutdown and urge Congress to work towards a swift resolution to minimize the impact on the American people.
As the government shutdown continues to unfold, lawmakers are under increasing pressure to find a bipartisan solution that will restore essential services and funding for federal agencies affected by the impasse.