McConnell: Shutting Down Government Would Be 'Beyond Stupid'

Senate Minority Leader Weighs In On Shutdown Threats

Washington, D.C.

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has criticized threats to shut down the government over funding for President Biden's Build Back Better agenda, calling it "beyond stupid." In a speech on the Senate floor, McConnell argued that a shutdown would hurt the economy and American families, and that it would be a political disaster for Republicans.

"A government shutdown would be a disaster for our country," McConnell said. "It would hurt our economy, it would hurt American families, and it would be a political disaster for Republicans." McConnell went on to say that a shutdown would be "the height of irresponsibility" and that it would "only make things worse for the American people."

McConnell's comments come as some Republicans have threatened to shut down the government if Democrats do not agree to their demands on spending. However, McConnell has made it clear that he does not support a shutdown and that he believes it would be a mistake.

The government shutdown of 2013, which lasted 16 days, cost the U.S. economy an estimated $24 billion. It also led to a drop in consumer confidence and a decline in the stock market.

McConnell's comments are a sign that he is not willing to support a government shutdown, even if it means defying some members of his own party. He is likely to face pressure from some Republicans to support a shutdown, but he is unlikely to give in.

The government shutdown is a serious issue that could have a major impact on the U.S. economy and American families. McConnell's comments are a reminder that a shutdown would be a mistake and that it should be avoided at all costs.

Conclusion

McConnell's comments are a clear indication that he does not support a government shutdown. He has made it clear that he believes a shutdown would be a mistake and that it would hurt the economy and American families. McConnell's comments are a reminder that a shutdown would be a serious issue and that it should be avoided at all costs.