Staff Reports
Get ready for the government shutdown circus, folks! It’s like a wild ride at the carnival, except instead of cotton candy, you get a bunch of bickering politicians and a whole lot of headaches. As of Friday afternoon, it’s becoming increasingly likely that the government will come to a screeching halt at midnight on October 1. But fear not, my fellow conservatives, because Republican members of Congress have some genius ideas to prevent future shutdowns.
Here's What Republican Members of Congress Are Doing to Prevent Future Shutdowns
https://t.co/KTP0s8FdPI— Townhall.com (@townhallcom) September 29, 2023
Senator Tommy Tuberville from Alabama has joined forces with Senator James Lankford from Oklahoma to co-sponsor a bill known as the Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2023. And let me tell you, this bipartisan legislation is a real gem. It requires all Members of Congress to stay in Washington, DC and actually do their jobs until the spending bills are completed. What a novel concept! This will prevent a government-wide shutdown, keep critical services running smoothly, and hold federal workers harmless while these lawmakers finally get off their butts and pass a budget.
"House @SpeakerMcCarthy says that he's not going to take a salary during a shutdown. Does the president plan to pause his salary?"
Biden budget director Shalanda Young: "That's theater" pic.twitter.com/wCijP7r4Jr
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) September 29, 2023
But that’s not all, folks. This bill also includes some delightful restrictions that will make your conservative heart sing. No taxpayer-funded travel allowances for White House OMB staff, Members of Congress, or their personal staff. No more fancy trips on the taxpayer’s dime, because let’s be honest, they should be stuck in D.C. working hard like the rest of us. And don’t even think about using campaign funds to supplement those official duties or travel expenses. It’s time for these lawmakers to put their money where their mouths are.
Oh, but it gets even better! Under this bill, no recess or adjournment in the House or Senate for more than 23 hours. That’s right, folks, no more extended vacations for these clowns. They’ll be working around the clock to get the job done. And forget about any other votes unless they pertain to passing the appropriations bills or mandatory quorum calls. We don’t want these lawmakers wasting time on anything other than their most important duty.
Now, I know what you’re thinking. What about those pesky members of Congress getting paid while the rest of the government is in shutdown mode? Well, fear not, my friends, because Representatives Matt Gaetz from Florida and Vern Buchanan from Florida are fighting the good fight. They’ve introduced a constitutional amendment that would withhold pay from these politicians during a shutdown. And let me tell you, it’s about time! No other job in America would pay someone for failing to do their work, so why should our hard-earned taxpayer dollars go to these slackers? It’s time for Congress to feel the pain just like the rest of us.
But hold on to your seats, because here comes the real kicker. Did you know that while rank-and-file members of Congress make a hefty salary, congressional leadership earns even more? And get this, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy rakes in a whopping $223,500 a year! It’s enough to make your blood boil. These so-called leaders should be setting an example, not lining their pockets with our money. But fear not, my fellow conservatives, because there is a glimmer of hope. President Biden’s $400,000 salary will keep rolling in. Isn’t that just peachy? It’s like a slap in the face to hardworking Americans everywhere.
So, my friends, as we brace ourselves for yet another government shutdown, let’s hope and pray that these Republican lawmakers and their brilliant ideas can finally put an end to this never-ending circus. It’s time for Congress to get to work, pass a budget, and start serving the American people like they were elected to do. And if they can’t get their act together, well, maybe it’s time for some fresh faces in Washington. Just a thought.
