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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 3d

I am relieved there is a ceasefire deal that will stop the bombing and release the hostages. It must hold.

Now, we need a surge of aid and a permanent end to the genocide and occupation in Gaza. That is the path to peace and security for Palestinians and Israelis alike.

What to know about the Gaza ceasefire deal as it takes effect

Israel began to reposition troops Friday as the clock started on the first phase of an agreement for the release of hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 3d

Donald Trump is playing politics with Texas' National Guardsmen and women — and they won't even get paid because of Trump's shutdown. I joined Texas veterans in front of the Texas National Guard headquarters to say: enough.

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 4d

NEW: House Republicans are "arguing they need to let troop pay lapse."

They aren't even showing up to work, and they're pressuring Trump to make sure our men and women in uniform miss a paycheck.

All so they can cut health care for millions.

Outrageous.

www.politico.com/live-updates...

Timely troop pay is now in Trump's hands

Congress will not be able to act in time to get servicemembers their Oct. 15 paychecks.

www.politico.com

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 4d

Here’s what the Democratic Party is fighting for in this shutdown: a country where you can afford to live, afford health care, and don't get your money taken away by a billionaire.

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 6d

📅 TOMORROW: Join me for our next Tele-Town Hall on Wednesday at 5:30PM CT!

I’ll take your questions on the government shutdown, the fight for health care, and more.

RSVP now to get a call to join: bit.ly/TX35TownHall

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 7d

From Epstein to health care cuts, it's all one story.

Republicans are running a billionaire protection racket.

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 7d

Why were there no cameras when Donald Trump met with Democratic leaders about the shutdown?

Because Trump doesn't want people to know about the fight over health care.

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 7d

House Republicans have taken a page out of Cancun Ted Cruz's playbook. They're not showing up for work because they don't want to answer questions about taking away your health care.

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 8d

See how the Trump and Republican plan could impact you: www.kff.org/interactive/...

How Much More Would People Pay in Premiums if the ACA's Enhanced Premium Tax Credits Expire? | KFF

The ACA's enhanced premium tax credits arre set to expire at the end of 2025. This calculator estimates how much out-of-pocket premiums would increase for families if Congress does not extend the cred...

www.kff.org

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 8d

America is barreling toward a health care disaster.

Trump and Republicans shut the government down to rip out the brakes:
❌ 15 million lose coverage
⬆️ 20 million see premiums spike
💸 Families pay $10,000+ more a year

All to give billionaires tax cuts.

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 8d

Let’s talk about the people in Mike Johnson's district who'll have to pay $16,000 more a year for health care if he gets his way.

Just so the richest people on earth can get tax breaks.

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 8d

Flashbangs and helicopters in the dead of night, targeting our homes. Children zip-tied and separated from their families. Some reportedly naked.

How does this cruelty make us a stronger nation?

This isn’t “law and order.” This is authoritarian chaos.

Massive immigration raid on Chicago apartment building leaves residents reeling: 'I feel defeated'

The Department of Homeland Security said federal agents with Border Patrol, the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives arrested 37 people in the raid.

chicago.suntimes.com

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 11d

New data shows the cost of Republican plan to jack up health care prices:

– Premiums will more than double
– A 60 year old couple would have to pay $22,600 more a year

ACA Marketplace Premium Payments Would More than Double on Average Next Year if Enhanced Premium Tax Credits Expire | KFF

KFF estimates that, if Congress allows the enhanced premium tax credits to expire at the end of this year, ACA Marketplace enrollees on average would see their premium payments more than double next y...

www.kff.org

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 11d

Trump and Republicans shut down the government to gut health care for working Americans.

In my district alone, Republican cuts to Medicaid and the ACA would lead to 43,000 people losing coverage.

They’re wrecking health care just so billionaires can get tax cuts.

How Much More Would People Pay in Premiums if the ACA's Enhanced Premium Tax Credits Expire? | KFF

The ACA's enhanced premium tax credits arre set to expire at the end of 2025. This calculator estimates how much out-of-pocket premiums would increase for families if Congress does not extend the cred...

www.kff.org

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 11d

I am grateful to the humanitarians on this flotilla, including Austinite Greg Stoker, who attempted to deliver desperately needed aid to Gaza.

They must be immediately and safely released by Israeli authorities. End the blockade and genocide now.

Israeli navy intercepts most Gaza-bound flotilla boats and arrests activists

Israeli navy forces boarded most of the vessels and detained dozens of activists and a number of European lawmakers aboard a flotilla bring aid to Gaza,, drawing condemnation from around the world.

www.npr.org

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 12d

My message during this Trump-manufactured shutdown is simple:

Health care over billionaires.

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 12d

I’m fighting to reopen the government and save health care.

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 12d

Why are Ted Cruz and John Cornyn fighting to raise Texans’ health care costs?

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 12d

My office is open and working hard to help Texans navigate the shutdown.

My team and I put together a webpage which we’ll regularly update, with answers to the most common questions.

Visit casar.house.gov/government-shutdown or call our office for assistance.

Resources and Information on the October 2025 Federal Government Shutdown

This page is to provide information to Congressman Casar’s constituents about the government shutdown.

casar.house.gov

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 13d

Here are three more factual statements:

1. 25,000 of Mike Johnson's constituents are about to lose health care

2. 27,000 more are about to have their premiums skyrocket.

3. A 60 year old couple in his district would pay $19,000 more a year.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 13d

STEPHANOPOULOS: The Democratic proposal is designed to prevent millions of Americans from losing their health insurance, losing Medicaid coverage, or paying higher healthcare premiums. Why are you against that?

MIKE JOHNSON: That's an absurd statement

STEPHANOPOULOS: It's a factual statement

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 13d

There's more mentions of Donald Trump in the Epstein Files than there are House Republicans in D.C. to keep the government open.
youtu.be/SCC29wbuE8A

Congressman Greg Casar: More Mentions of Trump in Epstein Files Than House Republicans in DC

YouTube video by Congressman Greg Casar

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 13d

To keep the government open, Republicans have tried nothing and they’re all out of ideas.
youtu.be/I4Avp5as_Cw

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 13d

This week, Republicans and Democrats aren't fighting about Continuing Resolutions and cloture votes.

We're fighting about whether you can afford to go to the doctor when you get sick.
youtu.be/6gcCw1OwymU

Congressman Greg Casar on Potential Government Shutdown

YouTube video by Congressman Greg Casar

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 14d

New reporting shows Trump has pushed the National Weather Service “to the breaking point.”

1 in 7 staff are gone. Offices can’t stay open, forecasts are strained, and staff are burning out as hurricanes hit.

Republicans should protect working families and vote for my bill to reverse these cuts.

National Weather Service at ‘breaking point’ as storm approaches

The National Weather Service is struggling to maintain its forecasting operations due to significant staffing cuts under the Trump administration.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 14d

Hell no.

We don't need a delay and a pinky promise to negotiate -- we need a deal that keeps the government open and saves health care for Americans. I'm in D.C. ready to vote for that.

Republicans have refused to come to the table for months. Why would Democrats acting weak change their behavior?

Scoop: Schumer floats shutdown fix

Schumer and Senate Democrats are starting to think about how to get out of a shutdown if one happens.

www.axios.com

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