De La Cruz Statement on Government Shutdown

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the statement below following the lapse in government funding that began at 12:01 am on October 1, 2025. "I voted to extend government funding at its current levels. Democrats have supported this in the past, but instead chose to play political games, block the clean continuing resolution, and shut our government down. They are wasting taxpayer dollars and letting Border Patrol Agents, troops, and federal workers go without paychecks. It's unacceptable. Our government needs to reopen and get back to work for all Americans." - Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Background: On September 19th, 2025, De La Cruz voted in support of the continuing resolution to extend government funding through November 21, 2025. The legislation was not passed by the Senate; therefore, the government is currently experiencing a lapse in funding. During the government shutdown, De La Cruz's Washington, DC, and district offices will remain open and operating. Her team is available to assist Texans and answer questions through the shutdown. ###