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Democrats, for their part, have disputed Johnson’s account, with some party leaders suggesting that the Republican narrative overlooks deeper disagreements about budget priorities and federal spending. Critics argue that what Republicans characterize as a non-partisan CR still reflects hardline fiscal stances that could affect working-class Americans. Outside of Johnson’s statements, other lawmakers have accused GOP leadership of political spin, suggesting that the real issue is not hidden riders but broader partisan opposition to Democratic funding priorities, including investments in social services and economic programs. While the specifics of these partisan disagreements vary by source, the broader contention revolves around how and whether the CR should be amended to include or exclude various policy goals.
