Rep. Jim Jordan is one of the Democrats who voted with Republicans, but they still need five more votes to pass the legislation. “You’ve got to understand basic civics, how Congress works,” Jordan emphasized during the exchange.

This conversation took place as the government shutdown entered its second week following failed attempts to pass funding legislation. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer led Democrats in rejecting the GOP-backed “clean” bill, which focused on keeping essential services funded while addressing immigration and spending concerns.

The measure failed in a 55-45 vote, with Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) joining Democrats in opposition. Meanwhile, the Democratic proposal—which included additional spending measures, tax increases, and funding expansions for programs tied to transgender medical services—also failed to reach the 60-vote threshold needed to break a filibuster.

Jordan’s comments served as a reminder that even with a Republican president and congressional majorities, Democrats can still block legislation in the Senate by using procedural rules they once sought to abolish. During the exchange, Rep. Ro Khanna, who has served in Congress since 2017, did not address the filibuster.

Jordan also noted that Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.), who appeared earlier in the evening, supported keeping the government open and had voted with Republicans on one of the failed measures.

The debate underscored the legislative impasse that continues in Washington, with both parties trading blame for the shutdown. As of Wednesday night, no new vote had been scheduled to resolve the standoff.

This ongoing deadlock highlights the complex dynamics of Congress and the challenges in passing critical legislation amid partisan divisions.
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