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Ep 1300 | Was the Government Shutdown a Win or Loss for Trump? | Ron Simmons

Feb 7, 2026
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Ron Simmons
Ron Simmons, conservative commentator known for political and faith analysis, breaks down the narrowly avoided shutdown and the five appropriations bills. He discusses cuts to foreign aid and media subsidies, immigration enforcement challenges and local cooperation, Sanders’ proposed 10% credit‑card cap, and the long fight for school choice including a $1,700 federal tax credit for scholarships.
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INSIGHT

Regular Order Prevented A Shutdown

  • The government avoided a shutdown by passing five separate appropriations bills to restore regular order.
  • Ron Simmons says breaking funding into multiple bills lets representatives support parts they agree with while opposing others.
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Voter ID Removed To Avoid Senate Return

  • The SAVE Act (H.R.22) requiring photo ID for voting was left out because it wasn't in the Senate package.
  • Ron argues adding it would have sent the bill back to the Senate and risked a shutdown amid media blame on Republicans.
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Spending Cuts And Policy Wins Included

  • The package included policy wins like cutting $10 billion in foreign aid and ending taxpayer subsidies to NPR and PBS.
  • Ron highlights funding for the military, rescissions on wasteful programs, and limits on weaponized IRS activity.
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