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Bob Onder, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, has used his social media platform to comment on the ongoing government shutdown and Congressional actions related to government funding. In a series of posts in October 2025, Onder addressed issues including the passage of a continuing resolution, Congressional pay during the shutdown, and funding for healthcare for undocumented immigrants.

On October 20, 2025, Onder wrote, "More than a month ago, @HouseGOP passed a clean, nonpartisan CR to keep the government open. Every single House Democrat - except one - voted against it. Families and workers shouldn’t pay the price for ridiculous political games. No Member of Congress should collect a paycheck".

Two days later, on October 22, 2025, Onder stated, "Earlier this week I sent a letter requesting to have my pay withheld until this shutdown ends. If our essential and critical federal employees aren't being paid, neither should Congress, it's that simple. Democrats attempting to extort our government for $1.5 trillion in new".

In another post on October 22, 2025, Onder added, "We’re tired of saying it - Congress has work to do. But that can’t happen if Democrats continue prioritizing their radical agenda over the American people. Let’s be clear: Republicans will not vote to fund healthcare for illegal immigrants. It’s reckless, it’s unfair, and it’s".

Continuing resolutions (CRs) are temporary measures used by Congress to fund government operations and prevent shutdowns when formal appropriations bills have not been passed. Government shutdowns occur when funding lapses, resulting in many federal employees being furloughed or working without pay until new funding is approved. The issue of Congressional pay during shutdowns has been a recurring topic of debate, with some lawmakers choosing to withhold their salaries in solidarity with unpaid federal workers.