December 1 on Capitol Hill marked the final days of a turbulent year. Partisan sparring dominated 2025, culminating in a 43-day government shutdown.

“I’m a little bit miffed at those who caved but the bottom line is the American people saw who was fighting for them,” said Rep. Jim McGovern (D-MA2).

Stream NBC10 Boston news for free, 24/7, wherever you are. WATCH HERE

“The shutdown strategy writ large was part of a cohesive divide and deliver strategy,” said Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-MA4).

Massachusetts Democrats were quick to pin the blame on Republicans. They balked at the Big Beautiful Bill and provisions like Medicaid cuts, along with expiring Obamacare subsidies which became a focal point of the shutdown fight.

“The logical path forward is to do something that meets the short-te

See Full Page