MSNBC host Jen Psaki questioned the shift in strategy of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and eight other Democrats who voted with Republicans to end the government shutdown, highlighting a growing rift within the party. Psaki pointed to Schumer’s earlier fiery rhetoric against Republican moves on healthcare and the current shift, suggesting that Democrats need a more assertive approach to regain voter support and address the shutdown crisis.
Psaki criticized the Democratic strategy, indicating the party’s previous methods of negotiating with Republicans on Obamacare subsidies had failed. She highlighted the importance of aligning with growing external pressures for change, noting this shift reflects a broader political transformation. Psaki emphasized that the party’s approach is evolving, with some Democrats in Washington recognizing the current moment requires more aggressive tactics.
Her comments come after eight Democratic senators, including independent Angus King, voted with Republicans on an updated continuing resolution to reopen the government. King stated Democrats’ strategy of standing up to President Donald Trump and negotiating with Republicans on Obamacare subsidies