Nellie Pou’s shutdown left police and Border Patrol at risk. Republicans made sure they got paid.
October 15, 2025
For two full weeks, servicemembers, police, and Border Patrol agents have faced uncertainty thanks to Nellie Pou’s reckless shutdown. Republicans passed a plan to keep them paid; Democrats blocked it. Only President Trump’s action ensured our troops weren’t collateral damage.
“House Republicans fought for the men and women who wear the uniform. Nellie Pou fought for headlines.” – NRCC Spokeswoman Maureen O’Toole