Senator Ron Johnson Critiques Government Shutdowns and Spending Habits

In a recent NPR discussion, Senator Ron Johnson criticized both the GOP and Democrats for using government shutdowns as a pretext to increase spending. He expressed concerns about the political dynamics in Congress, suggesting that his plan to avoid shutdown negotiations would not be embraced by what he terms the 'uniparty.' This highlights ongoing tensions regarding fiscal responsibility and the impact of shutdowns on government services affecting millions of Americans.