Murphy Votes to Reopen the Federal Government and End the Democrat-Forced Shutdown

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., issued the following statement after voting in favor of Senate Amendment to H.R. 5371 - Continuing Appropriations, Ag, Leg Branch, MilCon-VA, and Extensions Act, to reopen the federal government and end the Democrat-forced shutdown.

"After a ridiculous and uncalled-for shutdown of 43 days, I am proud to have voted once again to fund the federal government," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "Democrats finally relented their obstruction of the work of the American people, and Congress passed a continuing resolution to fund the government at current levels, along with three full-year appropriations bills. The damage done by Democrats to the American people was not necessary and should never have happened in the first place.

"No one should ever hold the federal government and the American people hostage over partisan demands. Too many individuals and families suffered during this period of selfish behavior. Federal employees were without timely paychecks, pay for our military service members was uncertain, flights were canceled and delayed, SNAP payments were impacted, and many other benefits were put in limbo. This was all done to protect Senator Chuck Schumer’s political career and push the egregious demands of the Progressive Left. They failed. At last, we can put this nightmare behind us, and I look forward to getting back to the people’s business."