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Chuck Schumer’s refusal to support a filibuster on recent government funding measures stems from political strategy and hypocrisy, according to conservative commentators. Here’s the breakdown:
## Schumer’s Filibuster Flip-Flop
Schumer previously pushed to when Democrats held the Senate majority, aiming to pass progressive priorities like federal election overhauls and the Equality Act. However, after Democrats lost control of the Senate in 2025, Schumer abruptly reversed course, urging Republicans to preserve the filibuster now that Democrats are in the minority. Critics argue this demonstrates blatant hypocrisy, as Schumer weaponized the filibuster to block Republican bills when Democrats were last in the minority.
## Avoiding a Government Shutdown
Schumer backed a House-passed continuing resolution to fund the government despite fierce backlash from his party’s progressive base. Avoiding a shutdown allowed Democrats to sidestep blame for economic disruptions while keeping courts operational—a key tool for challenging Republican policies. Ben Shapiro mocked this move as and evidence that Democrats prioritize performative opposition over substantive governance.
## Internal Party Pressure
Progressives accused Schumer of to Republicans and enabling potential cuts to Social Security and Medicare. The backlash grew so intense that Schumer postponed his book tour due to security concerns from left-wing protesters. Conservative outlets framed this as proof of Democrats’ problem, contrasting it with their frequent accusations of right-wing extremism.
: Schumer’s filibuster stance reflects raw political calculation rather than principle. Having failed to dismantle the filibuster when in power, he now clings to it as a minority-party lifeline—all while facing wrath from his own base for prioritizing short-term optics over progressive goals.
