Representative Gabe Evans Releases Statement after Democrats Shut Down the Government

WASHINGTON - Congressman Gabe Evans released the following statement after Senate Democrats, including Colorado Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper, shut down the government by failing to pass a clean continuing resolution. They voted against H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2026, resulting in a government shutdown beginning today, October 1, 2025.

"House Republicans did our job, voting to keep the government open to ensure our nation's troops and federal employees get the pay they deserve - while protecting our seniors and veterans access to the necessary support and benefits they've earned. Meanwhile, Democrats abandoned the American people, played political games, and forced a shutdown over a $1.5 trillion spending spree and free healthcare for illegal immigrants. Amid this Democrat-led shutdown, House Republicans will continue to uphold our commitment to the American people by working on the issues that matter the most to them." - Congressman Gabe Evans