Gaetz Discusses Avoiding Government Shutdown in CNN Interview

Rep. Matt Gaetz speaks with CNN about avoiding a government shutdown
Gaetz discusses ongoing negotiations with CNN's Abby Phillip
If negotiations fail, it could result in a government shutdown
The interview is 150 minutes long
Original source is CNN Politics

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