Senator Chuck Grassley | Official U.S. Senate headshot
Senator Chuck Grassley | Official U.S. Senate headshot
Senator Chuck Grassley, a Republican representing Iowa, has continued to comment on the ongoing government shutdown through a series of posts on his social media account. In these messages, Grassley refers to the event as the "Schumer Shutdown," attributing responsibility to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
On October 18, 2025, Grassley posted: "2day is day 18 of the Schumer Shutdown".
The following day, October 19, he wrote: "2day is day 19 of the Schumer Shutdown".
On October 20, Grassley continued with another post: "2day is day 20 of the Schumer Shutdown".
Grassley's use of the term "Schumer Shutdown" reflects partisan rhetoric that often emerges during federal funding impasses. Government shutdowns in the United States occur when Congress fails to pass appropriations legislation funding federal government operations and agencies. During such periods, non-essential federal services are suspended and many employees are furloughed until an agreement is reached.
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