Congresswoman McDonald Rivet Statement on Government Shutdown

FLINT— Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) released the following statement on the federal government shutdown, which started at midnight on October 1, 2025.

“My budget priorities are simple: we need to lower costs and make things easier for families in our community. I have put forward solutions to do just that, including reversing the Medicaid cuts that will kick 15 million people off of healthcare, extending Affordable Tax Credits to save working families hundreds of dollars in insurance, and ending President Trump’s tariffs that are raising the costs of your groceries and gas. 

“Instead of taking action to help you, Washington’s latest budget proposal is one that we cannot afford – a continuation of the plans that cut taxes for billionaires by raising your costs. I voted no.

“As always, I am doing everything in my power and working with all of my colleagues to reopen the government and pass a budget that actually lowers costs and protects your healthcare.” 

Constituents who need assistance navigating the government shutdown can check out the FAQ page on the Congresswoman’s website or call our Flint office at (810) 238-8627.