LOADING ERROR LOADINGSen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) slammed the Trump administration’s spending priorities in recent weeks, as several Americans are feeling the impact of the long-running government shutdown. AdvertisementWithout the extension, millions of Americans are expected to see their healthcare premiums skyrocket. “There is enough money to bail out Argentina with $20 billion. There is enough money to purchase a brand new aircraft for $173 million for the Homeland Security Secretary. There is enough money to renovate the White House ballroom,” Schatz added.

Source: Huffington Post October 22, 2025 21:06 UTC