Democratic Senator John Fetterman stated that his party is to blame for the ongoing government shutdown.
The Democratic Party designed the tax credits to expire at the end of the year. This is not something taken away by the Republicans.
Fetterman expressed his desire to extend the tax credits for healthcare, which are at the center of the shutdown fight. He emphasized the need for conversation to extend the credits without shutting down the government.
The tax credits, which make Affordable Care Act health care premiums affordable for many, are set to expire in December. Democrats want them extended before enrollment begins on November 1, and have made it a condition to reopen the government.
Author's summary: Senator Fetterman blames Democrats for shutdown.