Republicans are relishing a role reversal in the shutdown fight. Can Trump keep them united?
Published on: Oct. 2, 2025, 10:28 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Washington experiences a dramatic government shutdown role reversal. Republicans, unified under President Trump, now urge Democrats to reopen government, a stark shift from past internal divisions. Former fiscal hawks have flip-flopped, criticizing Democrats for using shutdowns for policy leverage. While Trump's tight grip ensures GOP unity, concerns about aggressive spending cuts and expiring health care subsidies quietly trouble some Republicans.
