Michael Baumgartner
U.S. Representative · WA-5 · Republican
Statements and posts
102 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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2 statements, Sep 29, 2025 – Oct 5, 2025
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Congressman Baumgartner on Democrat-Led Government Shutdown
Criticized Democrats for shutting down government over healthcare and immigration demands.
“Our nation is over $37.5 trillion in debt. Taxpayers deserve a government that spends their money wisely”
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Press release
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Baumgartner to Withhold Pay Until U.S. Service Members Receive Their Salaries
Deferred congressional salary until military members receive shutdown-delayed pay.
“It’s disappointing that Democrats have taken the reckless step of shutting down the Government. Eastern Washington is home to Fairchild Air Force Base and countless military families who make sacrifices for this nation every day”
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