As millions of families prepare to gather for Thanksgiving, Democrats in Washington are once again playing politics with your paycheck. Senator Dave McCormick (R-Pa.) says their refusal to compromise on a funding bill could “ruin Thanksgiving” for millions of hardworking Americans already struggling under the weight of record inflation and a crippling government shutdown.
🦃 McCormick Warns: “Democrats Could Ruin Thanksgiving”
In an interview with Breitbart News, McCormick said he’s “fearful” that the Democrats’ political games will extend the shutdown into the holiday season — leaving federal employees unpaid, travelers stranded, and families without vital benefits.
“People haven’t been paid for a long time,” McCormick said. “Many are taking out loans just to feed their families.”
The Senate on Friday failed to pass a Republican-backed bill that would have guaranteed paychecks for federal workers during the shutdown. The vote fell short, 53–43, after Democrats blocked it to demand new spending and policy concessions.
Even so, three Democrats — Ben Ray Luján, Jon Ossoff, and Raphael Warnock — broke ranks and voted with Republicans to support working Americans.
✈️ Thanksgiving Travel Chaos Already Beginning
According to new data from Cirium, more than 1,700 flights have been canceled between Friday and Sunday, with airlines cutting 4% of domestic flights at 40 major airports.
Analysts warn that flight delays, cancellations, and airport chaos could worsen if the shutdown drags into next week.
“It’s really starting to affect Americans in every state,” McCormick said. “Airports are dialing back services as the Transportation Department struggles to keep operations running safely.”
🍂 Families Losing SNAP Benefits — Millions Impacted
The shutdown has also frozen SNAP food benefits for nearly two million Pennsylvanians, along with millions more nationwide. That means Thanksgiving dinner could be off the table for families who rely on assistance programs.
“The pain is becoming clear,” McCormick said. “Republicans have voted 14 times to reopen the government — but Democrats keep saying no.”
Even Democratic Sen. John Fetterman joined McCormick on several votes to reopen the government, but party leaders in Washington refuse to back down.
💥 The Bottom Line
Democrats’ political brinkmanship is threatening to turn Thanksgiving into a nightmare for millions of Americans. From canceled flights and unpaid workers to empty dinner tables, the effects of their reckless shutdown strategy are being felt in every home.
Republicans say it’s time for Democrats to put America first and stop holding families hostage for political gain.
📰 Key Takeaways for Readers
- 38 days — the longest government shutdown in U.S. history
- 1,700 flights canceled — Thanksgiving travel chaos begins
- 2 million Pennsylvanians losing food benefits
- Democrats blocked a bipartisan bill to pay federal workers
💬 Do you think Democrats are intentionally dragging out the shutdown?