Vice President-elect J.D. Vance didn’t hold back Thursday night, sharply criticizing Democrats over the looming government shutdown, calling the situation “bullsh*t.”
After a key spending deal fell apart in the House, Vance joined Speaker Mike Johnson and other Republicans to discuss the aftermath.
With the shutdown deadline approaching on Friday, tensions rose as lawmakers struggled to agree on a funding plan, Republican frustration mounted, with Vance blaming Democratic leaders for the ongoing spending disputes.
By Friday morning, no resolution had been reached, putting federal services at risk of major disruptions if Congress fails to pass a deal