Garamendi criticizes firings as Kiley calls for cooperation to end government shutdown

Frustration is growing over the federal government shutdown and ongoing mass layoffs of federal employees. In Fairfield, Rep. John Garamendi (D-CA) accused President Trump of being “out of control” and using the shutdown as an excuse to “fire” workers from vital health and energy programs. He said the actions are “illegal” and intends to push back. Meanwhile, Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA) called the shutdown “totally unacceptable,” criticizing House leadership for halting sessions and pledging to keep working in Washington. The rare unity across party lines highlights mounting pressure on leaders to end the shutdown and restore government operations.